Hormonal Imbalance - Glossary

Glossary

Endocrine system: Collective name for various glands in the body that release their secretions directly into the bloodstream; also referred to as ductless glands

Hormones: Secretions of the endocrine glands that control various important metabolic processes in the body including growth and reproduction

Gonad: Glands that produce sex hormones and the gametes (eggs and sperm)