Ebook: Endocrine Physiology

General principles of endocrine physiology -- The hypothalamus and posterior pituitary gland -- Anterior pituitary gland -- Thyroid gland -- Parathyroid gland and Ca2+ and Po4- regulation -- Adrenal gland -- Endocrine pancreas -- Male reproductive system -- Female reproductive system -- Endocrine integration of energy and electrolyte balance -- Normal values of metabolic parameters and tests of endocrine function."This fourth edition of Endocrine Physiology provides comprehensive coverage of the fundamental concepts of hormone biological action. The content has been revised and edited to enhance clarity and understanding, and illustrations have been added and annotated to highlight the principal concepts in each chapter. In addition, the answers to the test questions at the end of the chapter have been expanded to include explanations for the correct answers" -- Preface.