Normal Processes

Embryonic development, fetal maturation, and perinatal changes

Organ structure and function

• Hypothalamus, posterior and anterior pituitary gland
• Thyroid
  
  gland
• Parathyroid glands
• Adrenal cortex, adrenal medulla
• Pancreatic islets
• Ovary and testis
• Adipose tissue

Cell/tissue structure and function, including hormone synthesis, secretion, action, and metabolism

• peptide hormones
• Steroid hormones, including vitamin D
• Thyroid hormones
• Catecholamine hormones
• Renin-angiotensin system

repair, regeneration,

and changes associated with stage of life

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