Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders

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Endocrine and metabolic diseases span a vast range of conditions. The endocrine system works via chemical messages (hormones) secreted from glands directly into the circulatory system to regulate the function of distant target organ. A negative feedback loop works to maintain the release of these hormones and so maintain homeostasis ie the state of steady conditions vital for life.[1]

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The endocrine system involves many organ systems and hormones, many of which are still being investigated.[3]

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  1. Wikipedia. Endocrine system. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endocrine_system (last accessed 6.4.2019)
  2. Cool facts. How does endocrine system works. Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAXv8Kxt4QU&app=desktop (last accessed 6.4.2019)
  3. Better Health. Endocrine system. Available from: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/hormonal-endocrine-system (last accessed 6.4.2019)