Endocrine system

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-009490",
  "term": "Endocrine system",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Endocrine System",
  "definition": "1. The system of glands that release their secretions (hormones) directly into the circulatory system. In addition to the endocrine glands, included are the chromaffin system and the neurosecretory systems.\n\n2. Collective designation for those tissues capable of secreting hormones.\n\n3. A system of glands and cells that make hormones that are released directly into the blood and travel to tissues and organs all over the body. The endocrine system controls growth, sexual development, sleep, hunger, and the way the body uses food.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "NIH Genetics Home Reference Glossary",
    "National Cancer Institute Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/endocrine-system/"
}