Endocrinology, Brain, and Pituitary Gland

    November 2013 in “ Elsevier eBooks ”
    Richard E. Jones, Kristin H. Lopez
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    TLDR Hormones control reproduction and are crucial for body balance.
    The document provided a comprehensive overview of the endocrine system, focusing on its role in reproductive biology through hormone regulation. It detailed the structure and function of key endocrine glands, including the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and pineal gland, and explained how hormones interact with receptors to exert their effects. The document discussed various methods for studying hormones and highlighted the importance of understanding hormone mechanisms for reproductive physiology. It also covered the synthesis, secretion, and regulation of hormones, including the use of synthetic hormones and GnRH analogs in treating infertility. Additionally, it described the hypothalamo-hypophysial portal system, the role of neurohormones, and the feedback mechanisms regulating gonadotropin and prolactin secretion, emphasizing the intricate hormonal controls essential for reproductive function and homeostasis.
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