Textbook of Endocrine Physiology

by James E. Griffin (Editor), William J. Kovacs (Editor), Sergio R. Ojeda (Editor)

The sixth edition of this highly popular text retains its comprehensive coverage of endocrine basics from previous editions while featuring entirely new chapters on several topics, including the assessment of endocrine function, sexual differentiation, growth regulation, the thyroid, the adrenals, and calcium homeostasis. Chapters have been updated and reorganized to make information easily accessible in concise form, and new figures and tables have been added to enhance the presentation of complex concepts. Fundamental principles of endocrine physiology are reinforced with illustrative examples from clinical observation and the limitations of current knowledge are properly identified. The ideal resource for students entering the field, the Textbook of Endocrine Physiology aims to provide for all a solid basis in fundamentals of endocrinology and for some, inspiration for the pursuit of advanced medical or graduate studies in the field.

480 pages, Paperback

First published May 26, 1988

Reviews

[Chelsea Long · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive despite the shorter length. Super informative and interesting, it can truly spark an interest in endocrinology. Some sections are denser than others, but the basics are always laid out at the beginning of chapters.

[locrian · Rating 1 out of 5]

Informative but very dry and effortful to read. Each paragraph is packed with so much info that you need to know - you have to be absolutely focused and alert at all moments while reading. Probably good if you're REALLY into endocrinology.