
Textbook of Endocrine Physiology
James E. Griffin(Author)
Oxford University Press Inc
5th Edition
Published on 22. April 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
444 pages
978-0-19-516566-1 (ISBN)
Description
This widely used text provides a thoroughly updated account of current knowledge of endocrinology. Each chapter is structured to cover both established concepts and recent developments. The chapters blend basic science with essential elements of clinical knowledge in order to give students an appreciation of the consequences of deranged endocrine function. The Fifth Edition features completely revised chapters on cytokines and immune-endocrine interactions, the adrenal glands, and calcium homeostasis. Many of the illustrations throughout the book are new or have been significantly revised to complement the revised text. Fresh examples have also been included so that each chapter continues to show clearly the clinical consequences of deranged endocrine function. Much new scientific information has been added on such topics as the nongeonomic actions of steroid hormones, relaxin receptors, inhibin B, steroid regulating element-binding proteins, IGF-binding proteins, transcriptional regulation of the developing adipocyte, and the regulation of food intake and body weight.
Reviews / Votes
It remains a solid text book of endocrinology written in a solid, no-nonsense style. Spring 2005More details
Edition
5th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
fig., num. tab.
numerous tables & figures
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
749 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-516566-1 (9780195165661)
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Previous edition
James E. Griffin
Textbook of Endocrine Physiology
Book
08/2000
4th Edition
Oxford University Press Inc
€26.03
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Content
1. Organization of the Endocrine System; 2. Genes and Hormones; 3. Mechanisms of Hormone Action; 4. Immune-Endocrine Interactions; 5. Assessment of Endocrine Function; 6. The Anterior Pituitary and Hypothalmus; 7. The Posterior Pituitary and Water Metabolism; 8. Sexual Differences; 9. Female Reproductive Function; 10. Male Reproductive Function; 11. Fertilization, Implantation, and Endocrinology of Pregnancy; 12. Growth Regulation; 13. The Thyroid; 14. The Adrenal Glands; 15. Calcium Homeostasis; 16. Glucose, Lipid and Protein Metabolism