| Endocrinology is the medical specialty
concerned with the study of the endocrine glands and the substances they
produce, and also the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the Endocrine
System. Endocrine glands produce hormones that regulate many of the body's
functions.
The term "hormone" is derived from the Greek word "hormao" meaning 'I
excite or arouse'.
The functions of hormones can be categorised according tio their functions,
for example:
Reproduction
and sexual differentiation; development and growth; maintenance of the
internal environment; and regulation of metabolism and nutrient supply.
For more information about specific hormones, visit the Section
about Hormones.
Associated Terms:
* _ A medical specialist
in the field of endocrinology is called an
endocrinologist.
* _ The adjective used
to refer to endocrinology is
"endocrinological", which is a term that is rarely used.
Links to other relevant areas on this website include:
* _ Introduction
to the Endocrine System.
* _ The
Adrenal Glands.
* _ Diabetes (Basic Information).
* _ Glossary Section for
Conditions
& Disorders of the Endocrine System.
* _ Glossary Section
for Endocrine
Glands.
* _ Glossary Section
for Hormones.
* _ Glossary Section
for General
Medical Terms.
This part of the IvyRose Holistic Resources Glossary is included as a
study-aid for students following first-level courses in human biology,
medicine, nursing, natural or holistic therapies, and associated theoretical
courses - who are required recognise and understand medical terms such
as those of the disciplines within medicine. |
