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Hormone-producing glands of a body
The endocrine system is a messenger system in an organism comprising feedback loops of hormones that are released by internal glands directly into the
Endocrine_system
Disorders of the endocrine system
Endocrine diseases are disorders of the endocrine system. The branch of medicine associated with endocrine disorders is known as endocrinology. Broadly
Endocrine_disease
Glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones to blood
The endocrine system is a network of glands and organs located throughout the body. Along with the nervous system, it makes the neuroendocrine system, which
Endocrine_gland
Branch of medicine pertaining to the endocrine system
Endocrinology (from endocrine + -ology) is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions
Endocrinology
Chemicals that can interfere with endocrine or hormonal systems
disrupting compounds are chemicals that can interfere with endocrine (or hormonal) systems. These disruptions can cause numerous adverse human health
Endocrine_disruptor
List of organ systems in the human body
organ systems. The endocrine and exocrine systems are sometimes referred to jointly as the endocrine system. Cardiac conduction system Glymphatic system Central
List of systems of the human body
List_of_systems_of_the_human_body
Physical substance of the human organism
For example, the nervous system and the endocrine system operate together as the neuroendocrine system. The nervous system receives information from
Human_body
Group of organs assembled in a structural unit to serve a common function
and endocrine systems. Other animals have similar organ systems to humans, although simpler animals may have a lot of organs in an organ system or have
Organ_system
Mechanisms that form the endocrine system
The fetal endocrine system is one of the first systems to develop during prenatal development of a human individual. The endocrine system arises from
Development of the endocrine system
Development_of_the_endocrine_system
Part of an animal that coordinates actions and senses
its body. The nervous system detects environmental changes that impact the body, then works in tandem with the endocrine system to respond to such events
Nervous_system
Branch of biology studying interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems
the nervous system and the endocrine system; i.e. how the brain regulates the hormonal activity in the body. The nervous and endocrine systems often act
Neuroendocrinology
Medical condition
associated with tumors of the endocrine system. The tumors may be benign or malignant (cancer). They generally occur in endocrine organs (e.g. thyroid, parathyroid
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2
Multiple_endocrine_neoplasia_type_2
Anatomical system consisting of the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and the urethra
urinary system is regulated by the endocrine system by hormones such as antidiuretic hormone, aldosterone, and parathyroid hormone. The urinary system is under
Urinary_system
Endocrine gland of the brain
The pituitary gland and the hypothalamus control much of the body's endocrine system. It is seated in part of the sella turcica, a depression in the sphenoid
Pituitary_gland
Glucagonoma Insulinoma Islet cell carcinoma (endocrine pancreas) Merkel cell carcinoma Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome Pancreatic cancer Parathyroid
List_of_cancer_types
Tumors of the endocrine and nervous systems
tumors (NETs) are neoplasms that arise from cells of the endocrine (hormonal) and nervous systems. They most commonly, but not only, occur in the intestine
Neuroendocrine_tumor
Medical condition
group of disorders, the multiple endocrine neoplasias, that affect the endocrine system through development of neoplastic lesions in pituitary, parathyroid
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1
Multiple_endocrine_neoplasia_type_1
Detectable change in the internal or external surroundings
for muscle contraction; the ultimate consequence of a stimulus. The endocrine system is affected largely by many internal and external stimuli. One internal
Stimulus_(physiology)
Diseases". The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 94 (3). The Endocrine Society: 833–839. doi:10.1210/jc.2008-1370. ISSN 0021-972X. PMID 19088156
List_of_autoimmune_diseases
Description of the physical form of insects
Lepidoptera, Hymenoptera and Diptera. These glands are part of the endocrine system: 1. Neurosecretory cells 2. Corpora cardiaca 3. Prothoracic glands
Insect_morphology
The pituitary gland (or hypophysis) is an endocrine gland about the size of a pea and weighing 0.5 grams (0.018 oz) in humans. It is a protrusion off
List of human endocrine organs and actions
List_of_human_endocrine_organs_and_actions
Organ of the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates
(plural pancreases, or pancreata) is an organ of the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates. In humans, it is located in the abdomen behind
Pancreas
Surgical procedures to affirm gender identity
masculinizing or feminizing hormone replacement therapy to support the endocrine system. Sweden became the first country in the world to allow transgender
Gender-affirming_surgery
Stage in human endocrine development
micropenis using gonadotropin (testosterone) injections. Development of the endocrine system Lucaccioni, Laura; Trevisani, Viola; Boncompagni, Alessandra; Marrozzini
Mini-puberty
Organ system within humans and other animals
PMID 28061847. Nelson, Randy Joe; Kriegsfeld, Lance J. (2017). "Chapter 2: The Endocrine System". An Introduction to Behavioral Endocrinology (Fifth ed.). Sunderland
Gastrointestinal_tract
Cell that produces gastrointestinal hormones
constitute an enteric endocrine system as a subset of the endocrine system just as the enteric nervous system is a subset of the nervous system. In a sense they
Enteroendocrine_cell
Biological signalling molecule
surface. In vertebrates, endocrine glands are specialized organs that secrete hormones into the endocrine signaling system. Hormone secretion occurs
Hormone
Group of compounds showing endocrine hormone-like properties
hormones are compounds produced outside of the human body that exhibit endocrine hormone-like properties. They may be either of natural origin, such as
Xenohormone
System of organs used for reproduction
The reproductive system of an organism, also known as the genital system, is the biological system made up of all the anatomical organs involved in sexual
Reproductive_system
Endocrine gland
The adrenal glands (also known as suprarenal glands) are endocrine glands that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and the steroids aldosterone
Adrenal_gland
Organ of the urinary system
other organs, particularly those of the endocrine system. Various endocrine hormones coordinate these endocrine functions; these include renin, angiotensin
Kidney
completion. There are many causes of inflammation. Inflammation can affect any System of the human body. CNS Encephalitis Myelitis Meningitis Arachnoiditis PNS
List of inflammatory disorders
List_of_inflammatory_disorders
Physiology and biochemistry of insect organ systems
muscular, endocrine and nervous systems, as well as sensory organs, temperature control, flight and molting. An insect uses its digestive system to extract
Insect_physiology
Complex network which connects several biologically relevant entities
system: digestion and processing food with salivary glands, oesophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, intestines, rectum and anus. Endocrine
Biological_system
Congenital disorder in which the pituitary stalk and pituitary are hypoplastic
cortisol deficiency), and/or intellectual disability (due to thyroid endocrine deficits). Due to the before-mentioned factors, mortality and morbidity
Pituitary stalk interruption syndrome
Pituitary_stalk_interruption_syndrome
Oil glands around the nipple that promote breastfeeding
Cracked nipple List of specialized glands within the human integumentary system Doucet S, Soussignan R, Sagot P, Schaal B (October 2009). "The secretion
Areolar_gland
Medical condition
Ascher's syndrome is a rare clinical entity distinguished by blepharochalasis, double upper lip appearance, and nontoxic goiter. Nontoxic goiter is a rare
Ascher's_syndrome
Hormone whose molecules are peptides
hormones composed of peptide molecules. These hormones influence the endocrine system of animals, including humans. Most hormones are classified as either
Peptide_hormone
Internal framework of the human body
movement, protection, production of blood cells, storage of minerals, and endocrine regulation. The human skeleton is not as sexually dimorphic as that of
Human_skeleton
Paired internal organ in vertebrates
The kidneys are a pair of organs of the excretory system in vertebrates, which maintain the balance of water and electrolytes in the body (osmoregulation)
Kidney_(vertebrates)
(autonomic nervous system). It includes the circulatory system, the respiratory system, the visual system, the digestive system, the endocrine system, the urinary
Table of neurotransmitter actions in the ANS
Table_of_neurotransmitter_actions_in_the_ANS
Phase of the estrous or menstrual cycle
Pearson/Benjamin Cummings. Chapter 26: Reproduction and Development, and Chapter 23 Endocrine control of growth and metabolism. ISBN 0-13-102015-3. McGee, E.A., & Hsueh
Follicular_phase
This is a list of types of inflammation in the body when organised by location. Encephalitis/Cerebritis Myelitis Meningitis Cerebellitis Ventriculitis
List of types of inflammation by location
List_of_types_of_inflammation_by_location
Area of the brain below the thalamus
nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus is located below the thalamus and is part of the limbic system. It forms
Hypothalamus
Set of brain structures involved in emotion and motivation
the cerebral cortex. The limbic system operates by influencing the endocrine system and the autonomic nervous system. It is highly interconnected with
Limbic_system
Receptors in the skin of vertebrates
transform touch into electrical signals that are transmitted to the nervous system. Merkel cells express PIEZO2, a mechanosensitive ion channel that responds
Merkel_cell
Endocrine gland
People with APECED develop an autoimmune disease that affects multiple endocrine tissues, with the commonly affected organs being hypothyroidism of the
Thymus
Proposed biological phenomenon
brain, and a shorter muzzle. Other traits may include changes in the endocrine system and an extended breeding cycle. These animal traits have been claimed
Domestication_syndrome
Congenital disorder of the reproductive system
diabetes, and low thyroid hormone production. Endocrine disruptors interfere with the endocrine system and hormones. Hormones are critical for the common
Gonadal_dysgenesis
Cortex of the adrenal gland
of aldosterone are mainly regulated by the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system. The zona glomerulosa cells express a specific enzyme aldosterone synthase
Adrenal_cortex
Decline in the levels of growth hormone
Somatopause is the progressive decline in the levels of growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), hormones of the hypothalamic–pituitary–somatotropic
Somatopause
Neurons in the hypothalamus central to hormonal control of reproduction
Hrabovszky, Erik (2014). "Neuroanatomy of the Human Hypothalamic Kisspeptin System". Neuroendocrinology. 99 (1): 33–48. doi:10.1159/000356903. ISSN 1423-0194
KNDy_neuron
Medical diagnostic method
The Krenning score is used to grade the uptake intensity of neuroendocrine tumors on somatostatin receptor imaging such as octreotide scan.[further explanation
Krenning_score
Medical condition
rare syndrome that involves the formation of abnormal tumours that cause endocrine hyperactivity. PPNAD is a rare cause of high cortisol levels in the blood
Primary pigmented nodular adrenocortical disease
Primary_pigmented_nodular_adrenocortical_disease
Female reproductive cell
The egg cell or ovum (pl.: ova) is the female reproductive cell, or gamete, in most anisogamous organisms (organisms that reproduce sexually with a larger
Egg_cell
Neuroendocrine cells found in adrenal medulla in mammals
PMID 20351116. Histology image: 14507loa – Histology Learning System at Boston University - "Endocrine System: adrenal gland, reticularis and medulla" Secretion
Chromaffin_cell
Medical condition
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Gonadal_agenesis
Small mineral concentrations in the brain
(1): 36–45. PMID 2756745. Histology image: 14401loa – Histology Learning System at Boston University Histology image: 41_03 at the University of Oklahoma
Corpora_arenacea
Tumors of the nervous or endocrine system within the pancreas
or "pancreatic endocrine tumours" are neuroendocrine neoplasms that arise from cells of the endocrine (hormonal) and nervous system within the pancreas
Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor
Pancreatic_neuroendocrine_tumor
Liquid secreted by the pancreas
is located in the visceral region, and is a major part of the digestive system required for proper digestion and subsequent assimilation of macronutrient
Pancreatic_juice
Embryonic cell of the placental surface
the embryo. The syncytial property is important since the mother's immune system includes white blood cells that are able to migrate into tissues by "squeezing"
Syncytiotrophoblast
Thyroid hormone deficiency present at birth
congenital hypothyroidism has been described as the "most prevalent inborn endocrine disorder". Newborn screening for congenital hypothyroidism substantially
Congenital_hypothyroidism
Historic pharmaceutical substance of human origin
Human fat was mentioned in European pharmacopoeias since the 16th century as an important fatty component of quality deemed ointments and other pharmaceuticals
Human_fat
Medical condition
pancreas where endocrine activity such as the release of hormones glucagon, somatostatin and insulin takes place. Pancreatic endocrine insufficiency in
Johanson–Blizzard_syndrome
Stage of higher primate sexual development
Parents. Retrieved 2019-12-31. Dom, Lorah D. (May 2008). "Differences in Endocrine Parameters and Psychopathology in Girls with Premature Adrenarche versus
Adrenarche
Temporary endocrine structure in ovaries
corpus luteum (Latin for "yellow body"; pl.: corpora lutea) is a temporary endocrine structure in the ovaries involved in the production of relatively high
Corpus_luteum
Aspect of homeostasis
by the hypothalamus, a region of the brain linking the endocrine system to the nervous system, and more specifically by the anterior hypothalamic nucleus
Human_thermoregulation
Mosaic genetic disorder affecting the bone, skin and endocrine systems
syndrome is a complex genetic disorder affecting the bone, skin and endocrine systems. It is a mosaic disease arising from somatic activating mutations
McCune–Albright_syndrome
(2008). "The role for endoplasmic reticulum stress in diabetes mellitus". Endocrine Reviews. 29 (1): 42–61. doi:10.1210/er.2007-0015. PMID 18048764. Laybutt
Endoplasmic reticulum stress in beta cells
Endoplasmic_reticulum_stress_in_beta_cells
Posterior lobe of the pituitary gland
is the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland which is part of the endocrine system. Unlike the anterior pituitary, the posterior pituitary is not glandular
Posterior_pituitary
Neuron cluster in the hypothalamus
eminence. Groups of neurons that project elsewhere within the central nervous system include: Centrally projecting neurons that contain neuropeptide Y (NPY)
Arcuate nucleus (hypothalamus)
Arcuate_nucleus_(hypothalamus)
Tumor in the glands of the endocrine system
An endocrine gland neoplasm is a neoplasm affecting one or more glands of the endocrine system.[citation needed]Examples include: Adrenal tumor Pituitary
Endocrine_gland_neoplasm
Rare condition of having one ovary
Unilateral ovarian agenesis, also known as unilateral ovarian absence (UOA), is a rare condition in an individual has one ovary instead of two not explained
Unilateral_ovarian_agenesis
Scientific study of the morphology of the human body
pancreas, intestines, rectum, anus Endocrine system: communication within the body using hormones made by endocrine glands such as the hypothalamus, pituitary
Human_anatomy
Malformation or misplacement of the thyroid
Thyroid dysgenesis is a cause of congenital hypothyroidism where the thyroid is missing (thyroid agenesis), ectopic, or severely underdeveloped. It should
Thyroid_dysgenesis
Decline in secretion and levels of adrenal androgens
Adrenopause is the decline in secretion and levels of adrenal androgens such as dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S)
Adrenopause
Biology textbook
seventh unit focuses on the circulatory system, respiratory system, immune system, endocrine system, and nervous system. The eighth unit focuses on ecology
Campbell_Biology
Process of maturation of primordial follicles
with most things related to the reproductive system, folliculogenesis is controlled by the endocrine system. Five hormones participate in an intricate process
Folliculogenesis
Williams and Wilkins. p. 1181. ISBN 978-0-7817-7403-1. Molinam PE, Ashman R. Endocrine Physiology (Third ed.). McGraw Hill Professional. p. 81. ISBN 978-0-07-161302-6
Organification
Part of the epithalamus
parts—the epiphysis (the pineal organ; or the pineal gland, if it is mostly endocrine) and the parapineal organ (often called the parietal eye or, if it is
Parietal_eye
Collection of tissues with similar functions
colon, mesentery, rectum and anus. Endocrine system: communication within the body using hormones made by endocrine glands such as the hypothalamus, pituitary
Organ_(biology)
Hormonal disorder in women
blood pressure measurements. PMOS is the most common hormonal disorder (endocrine disorder) among women of reproductive age. When someone is infertile due
Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome
Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome
Latter part of the menstrual cycle
The luteal phase is the last phase of the menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is on average 28 days in length, beginning with menses (day 1–7) during
Luteal_phase
Puberty occurring at an unusually early age
for the treatment of central precocious puberty. For years, the FDA, Endocrine Society, American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP) and many other pediatric
Precocious_puberty
Medical condition
develop later in childhood and often impair the function of the nervous system. They can include poor muscle coordination, difficulty with balance and
Abetalipoproteinemia
Zuckerkandl's tubercle is a pyramidal extension of the thyroid gland, present at the most posterior side of each lobe. Emil Zuckerkandl described it in
Zuckerkandl's tubercle (thyroid gland)
Zuckerkandl's_tubercle_(thyroid_gland)
Structure in the uterus
"Uterine Glands: Developmental Biology and Functional Roles in Pregnancy". Endocrine Reviews. 40 (5): 1424–1445. doi:10.1210/er.2018-00281. PMC 6749889. PMID 31074826
Uterine_gland
Natural changes in the human female reproductive system
and the structures of the uterus and ovaries of the female reproductive system that makes pregnancy possible. The ovarian cycle controls the production
Menstrual_cycle
Cell type
known as gonadotropes, gonadotrophs, delta cells, or delta basophils) are endocrine cells in the anterior pituitary that produce gonadotropins. More specifically
Gonadotropic_cell
Academic journal
the different endocrine glands in women, the effects of reproductive events on the endocrine system, and the consequences of endocrine disorders on reproduction
Gynecological_Endocrinology
System of blood vessels
Mollard, Patrice E. “Developmental Program of the Pituitary Portal System.” Endocrine Society’s 97th Annual Meeting and Expo. March 2015. San Diego, CA
Hypophyseal_portal_system
olfaction – Integumentary system: skin cell Hormonal control Endocrine system: hormone Animal reproduction Reproductive system: testes – ovary – pregnancy
Outline_of_biology
State of steady internal conditions maintained by living things
act to counter the deviation. Regulation can involve the nervous system, endocrine system, and organs: the kidneys, lungs, liver, and pancreas, as well as
Homeostasis
Gland with both exocrine and endocrine function
mixed glands) are the glands which function as both exocrine gland and endocrine gland. These include the pancreas and the gonads (testes and ovaries)
Heterocrine_gland
Frequently fatal immune reaction
pathological reaction in humans and other animals in which the innate immune system causes an uncontrolled and excessive release of pro-inflammatory signaling
Cytokine_storm
Medical condition
Pendred syndrome is a genetic disorder leading to congenital bilateral sensorineural hearing loss and goitre with euthyroid or mild hypothyroidism. There
Pendred_syndrome
Mammal reproductive system cell
growth and development of the oocyte whereas MGCs primarily serve an endocrine function and support the growth of the follicle. Cumulus cells aid in
Granulosa_cell
Structure carrying milk to the nipple
Lactiferous ducts are ducts that converge and form a branched system connecting the nipple to the lobules of the mammary gland. When lactogenesis occurs
Lactiferous_duct
Medical condition
"Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to Steroid 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline". The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology
Late onset congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Late_onset_congenital_adrenal_hyperplasia
Organ that connects the fetus to the uterine wall
physically separate maternal and fetal circulations, and is an important endocrine organ, producing hormones that regulate both maternal and fetal physiology
Placenta
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