Definition that contains endocrine system
- pituitary the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
- endocrine any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
- endocrinologist physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the endocrine system
- hypophysis the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
- pituitary gland the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
- endocrine gland any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
- neuroendocrine of or relating to the nervous and endocrine systems (especially as they function together)
- pituitary body the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
- ductless gland any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream