The Endocrine System
Systems of the Body Series
- 2nd Edition - July 19, 2013
- Latest edition
- Authors: Joy P. Hinson Raven, Peter Raven, Shern L. Chew
- Language: English
This is an integrated textbook on the endocrine system, covering the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of the system, all presented in a clinically relevant context appropriate… Read more
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This is an integrated textbook on the endocrine system, covering the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of the system, all presented in a clinically relevant context appropriate for the first two years of the medical student course.
Medical and other health science students
Introduction. The hypothalamus and pituitary part I: the hypothalamus and posterior pituitary. The hypothalamus and pituitary part II: the anterior pituitary. The adrenal glands. The thyroid gland. Hormonal control of reproduction part I: male reproductive system. Hormonal control of reproduction part II: female reproductive system. Hormonal control of reproduction part III: sex hormones during development. Insulin and the regulation of plasma glucose. Hormonal regulation of plasma calcium and calcium metabolism. Miscellaneous hormones.
- Edition: 2
- Latest edition
- Published: July 19, 2013
- Language: English
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Joy P. Hinson Raven
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Endocrine Science, Dean for Postgraduate Studies, Bart's and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, London, UKPR
Peter Raven
Affiliations and expertise
Faculty Tutor (Biomedical Sciences), Faculty of Medical Sciences, University College London; Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist, Camden & Islington Mental Health Trust, London, UKSC
Shern L. Chew
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Endocrine Medicine, Consultant Physician, Bart's and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University, London, UKRead The Endocrine System on ScienceDirect