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Secretions can be categorized by the site of action relative to the site of secretion. Autocrine secretion - substance released by cell that affects the secreting cell itself (e.g. norepinephrine is released by a neurosecretory cell in the adrenal medulla, and norepinephrine itself inhibits further release by that cell - this is also an example ...
7 mar 2024 · The document provides an overview of the endocrine system, including its major glands and hormones. It discusses the classical endocrine glands like the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenals. It explains how the hypothalamus regulates the pituitary which in turn regulates other glands.
This lecture covers endocrine development, note that a better understanding can be made if you understand the adult function of each endocrine organ (though this will not be covered in the Lecture). Endocrine development is sometimes divided into neuroendocrine and endocrine and is also generally covered piecemeal in all embryology
2 What is the Endocrine System? The endocrine system regulates metabolism, tissue function, growth and development, reproduction, sleep, and your mood. It uses glands to regulate these...
The endocrine system produces hormones that are instrumental in maintaining homeostasis and regulating reproduction and development. A hormone is a chemical messenger produced by a cell that effects specific change in the cellular activity of other cells (target cells). Unlike exocrine glands (which produce substances such as saliva,
The nervous system controls homeostasis through nerve impulses and neurotransmitters, which act locally and quickly. The endocrine system uses hormones, which act more slowly in distant parts of the body. The nervous system controls neurons, muscle cells, and glandular cells.
This Osmosis High-Yield Note provides an overview of Anatomy and Physiology of the Endocrine System essentials. All Osmosis Notes are clearly laid-out and contain striking images, tables, and diagrams to help visual learners understand complex topics quickly and efficiently.
