TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Endocrine Physiology A1 - Kim, Alan A2 - Freeman, Brian S. A2 - Berger, Jeffrey S. Y1 - 2014 N1 - T2 - Anesthesiology Core Review: Part One Basic Exam AB - The endocrine system plays a vital role in maintaining cell integrity. It consists of a series of ductless glands that secrete chemical messengers (hormones) into the bloodstream to act on distal locations. Although these hormones vary in structure and function, together their effects maintain a stable environment that can adapt to stressors. These effects include managing the production, storage and utilization of energy, development and growth, and maintenance of intravascular volume status. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/04/18 UR - accessanesthesiology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1102570291 ER -