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Age-Dependent Secretory Patterns

Meaning

Age-Dependent Secretory Patterns describe the characteristic, predictable changes in the rhythm, amplitude, and overall output of specific hormones as an individual progresses through their lifespan. This phenomenon encompasses alterations in the pulsatile release of pituitary hormones, the decline in gonadal steroidogenesis, and shifts in adrenal axis activity. Recognizing these patterns is fundamental for distinguishing between physiological aging and pathological endocrine dysfunction in clinical assessment. These changes directly influence metabolic rate, bone density, muscle mass, and neurocognitive function over time.