INTS defenitions Flashcards
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Endocrinology
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The study of endocrine glands and their hormonal products, which are released directly into the bloodstream
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Endocrine gland
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A group of cells which secrete “messenger” molecules directly into the bloodstream.
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Hormone
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The bioactive “messenger” molecule secreted by an endocrine gland into the blood - i.e. not simply a metabolite or energy substrate.
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The endocrine system
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The endocrine system is comprised of the endocrine glands and their hormonal products, and is often
also used to describe the cells which respond to these hormones.
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Endocrine hormone
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Acts on a target at a distance from the source
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Paracrine hormone
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Acts on nearby target cells
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Autocrine hormone
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Acts on it’s self as an immediate source
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