Introduction to Endocrine System

Learn about the endocrine system in this 21-minute lecture that covers neuronal vs non-neuronal endocrine cells, chemical structure and synthesis of hormones, receptor-based activity, hormonal half-life, and negative feedback loops. Explore different types of hormones including steroids, amino acid derivatives, proteins, and polypeptides, while understanding concepts like the metabolic clearance rate of cortisol and hormone degradation.