Endocrine physiology [[Book] /]
Patricia E. Molina.
- 4th ed.
- New York : McGraw-Hill Medical, c2013.
- viii, 305 p. : ill. en coul. ; 23 cm.
Bibliogr.
General principles of endocrine physiology -- The hypothalamus and posterior pituitary gland -- Anterior pituitary gland -- Thyroid gland -- Parathyroid gland and ca2+ and po-4 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 book provides comprehensive coverage of the fundamental concepts of hormone biological action. These concepts provide a solid foundation for understanding the physiologic mechanisms involved in neuroendocrine regulation of organ function. -- R�sum� de l'�diteur.