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Endocrine Physiology
Study of the functions and activities of the endocrine system as a whole or of any of its parts. (NCI Thesaurus)
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Ductless glands that secrete substances which are released directly into the circulation and which influence metabolism and other body functions.
The study of the role of the endocrine system in the development of disease.
