Seeley's Anatomy & Physiology
Seeley's Anatomy & Physiology
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781259254963
Author: Jennifer Regan (author), Andrew Russo (author), Rod Seeley (author) Cinnamon Vanputte (author)
Publisher: McGraw Hill Higher Education
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Chapter 18.3, Problem 22AYP
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The location of the thyroid gland and to describe the follicles and parafollicular cells present in the thyroid gland and the hormones produced by them.

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The endocrine system is referred to as one of the most important communication networks in the body of an individual. Hormones are termed as communication molecules of the endocrine system, which are directly released into the bloodstream.

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Seeley's Anatomy & Physiology

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