TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Metabolic and Endocrine Systems A1 - Burke-Doe, Annie A1 - Lazaro, Rolando A2 - Burke-Doe, Annie A2 - Dutton, Mark PY - 2019 T2 - National Physical Therapy Examination and Board Review AB - The endocrine system is a collection of cells, tissues, glands, and organs that work together to produce and regulate signaling molecules called hormones. Hormones are released into the bloodstream where they bind to receptors, or in target cells, and function to regulate their activity to maintain homeostasis. The locations of selected endocrine glands and hormones released are shown in Figure 5–1. This system overlaps with the nervous system, and its responsibilities include the regulation of blood pressure, metabolism, growth and development, and reproduction. Hormone secretion itself is highly regulated by various mechanisms, including hormonal signals from the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland, and by positive and negative feedback from target cells. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1159272098 ER -