The endocrine system: systems of the body series
Hinson, Joy P.
Raven, Peter
Chew, Shern L.
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. INDICE: 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.
- ISBN: 978-0-7020-3372-8
- Editorial: Churchill Livingstone
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 192
- Fecha Publicación: 28/05/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés