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  1. Endocrine System: What It Is, Function, Organs & Diseases

    Nov 22, 2023 · Your endocrine system is in charge of creating and releasing hormones to maintain countless bodily functions. Endocrine tissues include your pituitary gland, thyroid, …

  2. Endocrine system - Wikipedia

    The endocrine system[1] is a messenger system in an organism comprising feedback loops of hormones that are released by internal glands directly into the circulatory system and that …

  3. Endocrine system | Definition, Organs, Function, Structure, …

    Dec 19, 2025 · Endocrine system, any of the systems found in animals for the production of hormones, substances that regulate the functioning of the organism. Such a system may …

  4. Endocrine System: What Is It, Functions, Organs & Conditions

    Dec 21, 2023 · The endocrine system uses chemical messengers called hormones to regulate a range of bodily functions through the release of hormones.

  5. 17.1 An Overview of the Endocrine System – Anatomy

    In general, the nervous system involves quick responses to rapid changes in the external environment, and the endocrine system is usually slower acting—taking care of the internal …

  6. 15: Endocrine System - Medicine LibreTexts

    The endocrine system is comprised of a set of organs that secrete a variety of hormones to regulate body function and help the body maintain homeostasis. Hormones convey their …

  7. Overview of the Endocrine System - The Merck Manuals

    The endocrine system coordinates functioning between different organs through hormones, which are chemicals released into the bloodstream from specific types of cells within endocrine …

  8. Anatomy of the Endocrine System - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs. It uses hormones to control and coordinate your body's metabolism, energy level, reproduction, growth and …

  9. Introduction to the Endocrine System - OpenMD

    Jan 11, 2024 · The human endocrine system consists of a number of organs and glands located throughout the body. These include the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, pineal gland, thyroid …

  10. Overview of the Endocrine System - US EPA

    Jun 11, 2025 · Endocrine systems, also referred to as hormone systems, are found in all mammals, birds, fish, and many other types of living organisms.