Emerging concepts in endocrine structure and functions
This book uniquely presents conceptual understanding as well as advancements in the field of endocrinology. It emphasizes the harmonization between the function and the structure of different endocrine glands in the body. The book's initial chapters introduce hormones' biological synthesis...
| Other Authors: | Al-Suhaimi, Ebtesam A.,, SpringerLink (Online service) |
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Singapore :
Springer,
2022.
Singapore : 2022. |
| Physical Description: |
1 online resource. |
| Subjects: |
Table of Contents:
- Chapter 1. Introduction to Endocrinology
- Chapter 2. Biological Synthesis Of Hormones In Endocrine Cells
- Chapter 3. Mechanism of Hormones Secretion and Action
- Chapter 4. The Pituitary Gland: Functional Relationship with The Hypothalamus, Structure and Physiology
- Chapter 5. Thyroid Glands: Physiology and Structure
- Chapter 6. Bone Remodeling Physiology : Regulation of Parathyroid Glands, C Cells, Vitamin D & Bone as an Endocrine Organ
- Chapter 7. Adrenal Glands, Pineal Gland Physiology and The Circadian Rhythm
- Chapter 8. Endocrine Pancreas and Glucose Metabolism
- Chapter 9. Regulation of Male and Female Reproductive Functions
- Chapter 10. Adipose Tissue as an Endocrine Organ and Local Hormone.