Anatomy and Physiology : The Endocrine System

The Endocrine System: Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers) explains the anatomy, physiology, and functions of the human endocrine system in a question-and-answer format.

The book introduces the major endocrine glands, including the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, hypothalamus, thymus, ovaries, and testes. It explains how hormones are secreted, transported, and act on specific target cells.

Key topics include endocrine and exocrine glands, paracrine and autocrine activity, receptor regulation, hormonal interactions, and the different types of stimuli that influence hormone release. The text also covers the roles of important hormones, the feedback mechanisms that control secretion, and conditions that can arise from hypersecretion or hyposecretion.

The functions of hormones in processes such as growth, reproduction, metabolism, calcium balance, and stress response are discussed, alongside the roles of the pineal gland and melatonin, the thymus and immunity, and the pancreas in glucose regulation.

This book will interest students, health science learners, and those studying anatomy and physiology who want to understand the endocrine system, its glands, and its role in maintaining balance within the body.