In this lecture, I discuss the endocrine system and how endocrine glands control functions in the body through the release of hormones. The pituitary gland is known as the Master Endocrine Gland and plays a major role in controlling the...

Anatomical Terminology (Week #1)

This video tutorial provides an overview of the adrenal gland (topography, parts, vascular supply, histology, hormones, etc..). 0:00. Introduction 0:22. Adrenal gland topography 2:06. Adrenal cortex and medulla 2:32. Vascular supply...

Structures of the posterior wall of the peritoneal cavity.

n this video, we explore the functions of the major glucocorticoid, cortisol, and how it is released.

Overview of the structure of the kidney.

Main arteries supplying the structures of the abdomen and pelvis.

This video tutorial discusses catecholamines. 0:00. Intro to catecholamines 0:15. What are catecholamines? 1:24. What is the lifecycle of catecholamines? 2:57. Synthesis and storage 6:46. Release of catecholamines 7:35. Adrenergic...

In this video, we explore two conditions that result in abnormal levels of the hormone, cortisol: Addison’s disease & Cushing’s disease.

Omental bursa in situ with the stomach reflected.

You've probably heard of glands and hormones, especially since we learned a little about how hormones interact with receptors in the biochemistry series, but what are they in the greater context of human anatomy and physiology? Let's...