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Anatomy

The structure of the human body and the organs and systems that comprise it.

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endocrine system

Anatomy; Endocrine

A group of glands in the body that produce substances called hormones. Ovary and pancreas are glands of this system.

endocrine glands

Anatomy; Endocrine

Endocrine glands are organs that synthesizes a substance (usually hormones) for release into the bloodstream directly without ducts. All together form the endocrine system. The ...

ventricular fibrillation

Anatomy; Allergies and allergens

An erratic, disorganized firing of impulses from the ventricles. The ventricles quiver and are unable to contract or pump blood to the body. This is a medical emergency that ...

lacrimal glands

Anatomy; Endocrine

Lacrimal glands are present lateral and superior to the eyes. They excrete tears into ducts that carry the tears onto the conjunctival surface. These tears empty into the lacrimal ...