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Endocrine
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the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
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the system of glands and organs that produce and release hormones into the bloodstream, regulating various physiological functions and maintaining homeostasis
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The endocrine system includes glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and pancreas, each producing specific hormones.
Hormones released by the endocrine system act as chemical messengers, influencing target cells and organs throughout the body.
endocrine
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of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions
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