Hormoners
Hormoners are a class of chemical messengers produced by endocrine glands in the body. They are released directly into the bloodstream and travel to target cells, where they bind to specific receptors. This binding initiates a response within the target cell, regulating various physiological processes. Hormoners play a crucial role in growth, metabolism, reproduction, mood, and maintaining homeostasis, the stable internal environment of the body.
The endocrine system comprises several glands, including the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries,
Hormoner levels are tightly regulated by feedback mechanisms. When a certain level of a hormoner is reached,