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Exocytosis
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Exocytosis The process by which intracellular chemicals (including hormones) are released.
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Intracellular
Within cells.
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Exocrine
Pertaining to a gland with a duct through which its secretion, for example, tears or saliva, passes.
Exocrine gland
A gland that secretes a substance out through a duct. The exocrine glands include the salivary glands, sweat glands and glands within the gastrointestinal tract. The exocrine glands are the "glands of external secretion."
Exocrine glands
Glands that secrete chemicals externally, either through a tube or duct.
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Endocrinology
The study of hormones. A more inclusive definition would be the study of biological communications.
Endocytosis
The process by which extracellular molecules (including hormones) enter a cell.
Endothelial cells
The cells that line the vascular system. They act as a barrier between the bloodstream and target cells that hormones must pass through in order to reach their receptors and exert their biological action.
EPA
Eicosapentaenoic acid is a polyunsaturated essential fatty acid. OmegaRx fish oil contains 40 percent EPA. EPA enhances the production of "good" eicosanoids and inhibits the production of Arachidonic Acid (AA). The higher the level of EPA in the diet, the more your cells will be induced to produce more good "eicosanoids"; the high levels of EPA also hinder the production of "bad" eicosanoids. EPA promotes good physical well-being, including increased circulation, and promotes a healthy immune system. EPA is also a powerful anti-inflammatory.
Estrogens
A group of three steroid hormones that convey female characteristics and control fertilization. The production of estrogen is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which uses cyclic AMP as its second messenger.
Exocytosis
Embryo
The early stages of development before an organism becomes self supporting.
Edema
Accumulation of abnormal quantities of fluid in spaces between the cells of the body. Edema can accumulate in almost any location in the body. Most common sites include the feet and ankles.
Erectile dysfunction
A man's consistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection during intercourse; commonly known as impotence.
Ependymoma
Ependymal tumors are tumors that begin in the ependyma, the cells that line the passageways in the brain where special fluid that protects the brain and spinal cord (called cerebrospinal fluid) is made and stored. There are different kinds of ependymal tumors, which are defined by how the cells look under a microscope.
Esophageal cancer
Esophageal cancer is cancer of the esophagus. The esophagus is a hollow tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. When a person swallows, the muscular walls of the esophagus contract to push food down into the stomach. Glands in the lining of the esophagus produce mucus, which keeps the passageway moist and makes swallowing easier. The esophagus is located just behind the trachea (windpipe). In an adult, the esophagus is about 10 inches (25 cm) long.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Intracellular
Within cells.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Exocrine
Pertaining to a gland with a duct through which its secretion, for example, tears or saliva, passes.
Exocrine gland
A gland that secretes a substance out through a duct. The exocrine glands include the salivary glands, sweat glands and glands within the gastrointestinal tract. The exocrine glands are the "glands of external secretion."
Exocrine glands
Glands that secrete chemicals externally, either through a tube or duct.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Endocrinology
The study of hormones. A more inclusive definition would be the study of biological communications.
Endocytosis
The process by which extracellular molecules (including hormones) enter a cell.
Endothelial cells
The cells that line the vascular system. They act as a barrier between the bloodstream and target cells that hormones must pass through in order to reach their receptors and exert their biological action.
EPA
Eicosapentaenoic acid is a polyunsaturated essential fatty acid. OmegaRx fish oil contains 40 percent EPA. EPA enhances the production of "good" eicosanoids and inhibits the production of Arachidonic Acid (AA). The higher the level of EPA in the diet, the more your cells will be induced to produce more good "eicosanoids"; the high levels of EPA also hinder the production of "bad" eicosanoids. EPA promotes good physical well-being, including increased circulation, and promotes a healthy immune system. EPA is also a powerful anti-inflammatory.
Estrogens
A group of three steroid hormones that convey female characteristics and control fertilization. The production of estrogen is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which uses cyclic AMP as its second messenger.
Exocytosis
Embryo
The early stages of development before an organism becomes self supporting.
Edema
Accumulation of abnormal quantities of fluid in spaces between the cells of the body. Edema can accumulate in almost any location in the body. Most common sites include the feet and ankles.
Erectile dysfunction
A man's consistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection during intercourse; commonly known as impotence.
Ependymoma
Ependymal tumors are tumors that begin in the ependyma, the cells that line the passageways in the brain where special fluid that protects the brain and spinal cord (called cerebrospinal fluid) is made and stored. There are different kinds of ependymal tumors, which are defined by how the cells look under a microscope.
Esophageal cancer
Esophageal cancer is cancer of the esophagus. The esophagus is a hollow tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. When a person swallows, the muscular walls of the esophagus contract to push food down into the stomach. Glands in the lining of the esophagus produce mucus, which keeps the passageway moist and makes swallowing easier. The esophagus is located just behind the trachea (windpipe). In an adult, the esophagus is about 10 inches (25 cm) long.
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