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Endocrine

Endocrine

Pertaining to internal secretions, hormonal.

Compare: exocrine.

Origin: gr. Krinein = to separate The secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect.Any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.


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Endocrine system

are there any enzymes that are excreted as hormones i:e into the blood. :?

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by asker94
Fri Jul 31, 2009 8:50 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: Endocrine system
Replies: 1
Views: 121

PostSynaptic Neuron

... muscle action, breathing movements, diameter of blood vessels, heart rate... Hypothalamus and pituitary gland united the nervous system with the endocrine system. I'm leaning towards Medulla, would I be correct with that answer? Thank you so much in advance!!

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by Asanii
Fri Jul 24, 2009 2:28 am
 
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PostSynaptic Neuron
Replies: 3
Views: 120

In what solution do cells "swim" in..

... unattached but (as I see it) "swim" in a solution....What is that solution? and for the other cells...amoung many such as nerve cells, endocrine cells....or anyone else... thanks! It will help me for my understanding.....THX alex

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by twiiistCH
Wed Mar 11, 2009 6:32 pm
 
Forum: Cell Biology
Topic: In what solution do cells "swim" in..
Replies: 7
Views: 630

Reproduction

Here is some more help, also there are other vids on that site about the same subject. Hope it helps. http://studio4learning.tv/sciences/anatomy/endocrine-reproductive-systems/reproductive-system/ B

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by borislearning
Thu Mar 05, 2009 8:07 pm
 
Forum: Physiology
Topic: Reproduction
Replies: 4
Views: 2015

The Endocrine System

So wasn't exactly sure which forum this question would get results from so I'm asking it here. In mammals, is the endocrine system the same across all species? Like are ALL the hormones exactly the same and physiological role the same? I believe they are the same. I am presenting ...

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by BrianScott
Thu Nov 13, 2008 3:26 am
 
Forum: Zoology Discussion
Topic: The Endocrine System
Replies: 3
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