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Endocrine Command Authority

Meaning

The Endocrine Command Authority is a conceptual term used to denote the hierarchical control structure of the neuroendocrine system, specifically emphasizing the dominant, central regulatory role of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal/Gonadal/Thyroid (HPA/HPG/HPT) axes. This authority is fundamentally responsible for coordinating the body’s systemic, adaptive response to all internal and external stimuli, ensuring homeostatic maintenance across all physiological domains. Disruptions at this central command level invariably cascade into widespread, peripheral hormonal imbalances and systemic dysfunction.