Paul Andersen explains the major elements in the endocrine system. He explains how glands produce hormones which target cells. He differentiates between water soluble and lipid soluble hormones. He then describes the hormones and...

Explore the endocrine system with the Amoeba Sisters! This video briefly discusses endocrine vs exocrine before showing major endocrine glands and discussing examples of hormones released by each gland. Video also provides an example of...

This brief video tutorial discusses the nephron, renal corpuscle, renal tubules and JG apparatus: 0:00​​. Introduction 0:20. Nephron foundations - 0:24. Overview of nephron (parts) - 1:34. Key fluids. plasma, filtrate, tubular fluid,...

In this video, we examine the conversion of cholesterol to all of the major steroid classes: progestogens, mineralocorticoids, glucocorticoids, androgens, and estrogens.

This is a brief video tutorial outlining the retroperitoneal space, retroperitoneal organs (SAD PUCKER), muscles of the posterior abdominal wall and an introduction to the lumbar plexus of nerves.

Glucocorticoids constitute a major drug class in treating inflammation and autoimmune disease. These include endogenous hormones that can be administered exogenously, but also synthetic alternatives with a variety of functions. These...

This video discusses the physiological response to stress, including the activation of the sympathetic nervous system and the release of cortisol. It explores how these responses evolved to deal with primitive stressors and how they can...

In this video, we discuss the following:<br/>
[1] the layers of the adrenal glands and their<br/> secretions
[2] basics of the contr<br/>ol of these secretions
[3<br/>] histology of the adrenal glands

This video tutorial provides an overview of the pituitary gland and hypothalamus (topography, parts, vascular supply, histology, hormones, etc..). 0:00. Introduction 0:22. Pituitary gland topography2:06. Adrenal cortex and medulla 2:38....

This video discusses the important functions of testosterone, including its role in promoting the development of masculine characteristics, bone growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. It also explores where testosterone is...

This video tutorial provides an overview of the endocrine system (function, definitions, hormone classification and mechanism of action, target cell specificity, negative feedback). 0:00. Introduction 0:28. Nervous system vs. Endocrine...

This video tutorial provides an overview of the adrenal gland (topography, parts, vascular supply, histology, hormones, etc..). 0:00. Introduction 0:22. Adrenal gland topography 2:06. Adrenal cortex and medulla 2:32. Vascular supply...

n this video, we explore the functions of the major glucocorticoid, cortisol, and how it is released.

In this video, we explore two conditions that result in abnormal levels of the hormone, cortisol: Addison’s disease & Cushing’s disease.

In this video, we discuss the details concerning the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone [RAAS] Pathway.