Chapter 10- Endocrine System Flashcards
adenoma
tumor composed of glandular tissue
adrenalectomy
excision/removal of the adrenal glands
adrenal
pertaining to the adrenal glands
hypocalcemia
condition of low calcium in the blood
glucogenesis
forming or producing glucose
hyperglycemia
greater than normal amount of glucose in the blood (high blood sugar)
pancreatitis
inflammation of the pancreas
parathyroidectomy
excision or removal of the parathyroid glands
hypopituitarism
condition of low levels of pituitary hormone in the body
thymoma
tumor of the thymus gland
thyromegaly
enlargement of the thyroid gland
thyroidectomy
excision or removal of the thyroid gland
toxicologist
specialist in the study of poisons or toxins
endocrine
to secrete within
hirsutism
condition of excessive hair growth in unusual places (mostly women)
thyrotoxic
pertaining to toxic activity of the thyroid gland
hyperthyroidism
excessive secretion of the thyroid gland
polydipsia
excessive thirst
homeostasis
similar equilibrium
myxedema
swelling of mucus
exophthalmos
eye protruding outwards
adrenaline (epinephrine)
stress response
Cortisol (glucocorticoid)
controlled by pituitary
Cushings Disease
glucocorticoid overproduction
