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Endocrine system

The endocrine system is a messenger system in an organism comprising feedback loops of hormones that are released by internal glands directly into the circulatory system and that target and regulate distant organs. In vertebrates, the hypothalamus... Wikipedia
FMA: 9668
Latin: systema endocrinum
MeSH: D004703
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Endocrine system from my.clevelandclinic.org
Your endocrine system is in charge of creating and releasing hormones to maintain countless bodily functions. Endocrine tissues include your pituitary gland ...
Endocrine system from www.hopkinsmedicine.org
The endocrine system includes not only the pancreas—the organ involved in the development of diabetes—but also the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands.
Endocrine system from www.epa.gov
Feb 22, 2024 · Endocrine systems, also referred to as hormone systems, are found in all mammals, birds, fish, and many other types of living organisms.
Aug 28, 2023 · The endocrine system consists of glands that make hormones. Your body uses hormones to control growth, development, metabolism, reproduction ...
Endocrine system from en.wikipedia.org
In humans, the major endocrine glands are the thyroid, parathyroid, pituitary, pineal, and adrenal glands, and the (male) testicles and (female) ovaries. The ...