Endocrine

Endocrine

The glands and other structures that elaborate and secrete hormones that are released directly into the circulatory system, influencing metabolism and other body processes.

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Ventricular fibrillation

Anatomy; Allergies and allergens

An erratic, disorganised firing of impulses from the ventricles. The ventricles quiver and are unable to contract or pump blood to the body. This is a medical emergency that must be treated with ...

Endocrine system

Anatomy; Endocrine

A group of glands in the body that produce substances called hormones. Ovary and pancreas are glands of this system.

Endocrine glands

Anatomy; Endocrine

Endocrine glands are organs that synthesises a substance (usually hormones) for release into the bloodstream directly without ducts. All together form the endocrine system. The most important ...