Endocrine physiology

Author: Susan P. Porterfield
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Publication Date: 2002-09-01
Features: Endocrine Physiology, second edition, offers the fundamentals in a fast, clear, and concise manner. It provides a basic understanding of how the endocrine system functions in health and disease. This new second edition of Endocrine Physiology is the ideal tool for learning the basics. Look at these outstanding features:
? Offers clear and accurate coverage of the physiology of the endocrine system, focusing on the needs of the student.
? Provides content on pathophysiology throughout that serves as a bridge between normal function and disease.
? Includes an abundance of student-friendly tools: boldfaced Key Terms, clearly stated Chapter Objectives, Chapter Summaries, and Self-Study Problems.
? A mini-exam at the end of the book allows students to prepare for in-class and standardized exams.
? Calls out Key Words and Concepts in each chapter.
? Offers a text enhanced with a wealth of illustrations.