The Endocrine Organs (Classic Reprint): An Introduction to the Study of Internal Secretion: An Introduction to the Study of Internal Secretion (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore how the body's glands regulate health from within. This concise introduction explains the field of internal secretions and why these chemical messengers matter for growth, metabolism, and overall well‑being.

Designed for students and practitioners who want a clear, up‑to‑date overview without wading through lengthy monographs, it provides essential facts and a practical framework for understanding endocrine function. The book focuses on the active substances produced by key glands and how they circulate to influence distant organs.

• Core concepts of internal secretion and the glands most responsible for it


• How hormones from the thyroid, parathyroids, suprarenals, pituitary, and pineal glands affect body systems


• Introductory discussions of gland interrelations and basic mechanisms of action


• Foundational context for study and clinical reading in physiology

Ideal for readers of physiology and anyone curious about how internal secretions shape growth, metabolism, and health.

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