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Biochemical Feedback Regulation

Meaning

This fundamental physiological principle describes the dynamic process by which the body’s endocrine system maintains homeostasis by self-adjusting hormone secretion. It involves the product of a biochemical pathway, such as a hormone, influencing the rate of its own production. This regulatory loop ensures that hormone levels remain within a precise, healthy range, preventing both deficiency and excess. Clinical stability in hormonal health relies entirely on this delicate, intrinsic system of checks and balances.