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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Veterinary_Medicine/Anatomy_and_Physiology_of_Animals_(Lawson)/16%3A_Endocrine_System/16.11%3A_SummaryThe main endocrine glands in the body are the hypothalamus, pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands, the pancreas, ovaries and testes. The parathyroid glands situated adjacent to th...The main endocrine glands in the body are the hypothalamus, pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands, the pancreas, ovaries and testes. The parathyroid glands situated adjacent to the thyroid glands in the neck produce parathormone that regulates blood calcium levels and the excretion of phosphates. The follicle cells of the developing ova produce oestrogen, which controls the development of the mammary glands and prepares the uterus for pregnancy.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/12%3A_Body_Composition-_Laboratory_Methods_(Chapter_14)/12.02%3A_Chemical_analysis_of_cadavers_(14.1)This page discusses limited studies on body composition based on direct chemical analysis of human cadavers, mainly from individuals who died from illness between 1945 and 1968, which may not reflect ...This page discusses limited studies on body composition based on direct chemical analysis of human cadavers, mainly from individuals who died from illness between 1945 and 1968, which may not reflect healthy adults. Findings from six cadavers show fat-free tissues consist of about 72% water and 20% protein, with stable potassium levels at around 69mmol/kg. However, fat content varied widely, ranging from 4.3% to 27.9% of body weight.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nutrition/Principles_of_Nutritional_Assessment_3e_(Gibson_et_al.)/12%3A_Body_Composition-_Laboratory_Methods_(Chapter_14)/12.03%3A_Total_body_potassium_(TBK)_(14.2)This page discusses the measurement of the radioactive isotope 40K in the body using whole-body gamma-spectrometry, highlighting the need for shielding and extended counting times. It emphasizes the i...This page discusses the measurement of the radioactive isotope 40K in the body using whole-body gamma-spectrometry, highlighting the need for shielding and extended counting times. It emphasizes the importance of calibrating for individual body composition for accuracy, due to variations in potassium concentration based on demographics and conditions.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Veterinary_Medicine/Anatomy_and_Physiology_of_Animals_(Lawson)/16%3A_Endocrine_System/16.07%3A_The_Adrenal_GlandAldosterone that regulates the concentration of sodium and potassium in the blood by controlling the amounts that are secreted or reabsorbed in the kidney tubules. An increased rate of breathing incre...Aldosterone that regulates the concentration of sodium and potassium in the blood by controlling the amounts that are secreted or reabsorbed in the kidney tubules. An increased rate of breathing increases the amount of oxygen in the blood and glucose is released from the liver to provide the fuel for energy production. Sweating increases to keep the muscles cool and the pupils of the eye dilate so the animal has a wide field of view.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/10%3A_Fluid_Electrolyte_and_Acid-Base_Imbalances/10.03%3A_Electrolyte_ImbalanceThe page discusses various electrolyte imbalances focusing on key electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and chloride. It examines their pathophysiology, clinical manifes...The page discusses various electrolyte imbalances focusing on key electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and chloride. It examines their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment strategies. It also outlines nursing care plans for managing these imbalances, emphasizing the need for monitoring, intervention for complications, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
