TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Peptide Hormones A1 - King, Michael W. Y1 - 2014 N1 - T2 - Integrative Medical Biochemistry Examination and Board Review AB - High-Yield TermsEndocrine glands: secrete chemicals or hormones into the circulationExocrine glands: excretes chemicals or hormones via ductsParacrine: refers to any substance secreted by one cell which acts on cells next to or in close proximity to the sourceAutocrine: refers to any substance secreted by one cell which acts on the secreting cell itselfCretinism: a condition of severely stunted physical and mental growth due to untreated congenital deficiency of thyroid hormonesThyrotoxicosis: the condition resulting from hyperthyroidism leading to excess production and release of thyroid hormoness SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/29 UR - accesspharmacy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1122105734 ER -