Endocrinology

ENDOCRINOLOGY

  • A science dealing with ductless (endocrine) glands. Greek word "endo" (within) + "krinein" (separate)
  • Modern (broad) definition of endocrinology - the study of the adjustments of homeostatic and other activities accomplished by chemical messengers.
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