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Endocrine Raw Material

Meaning

Endocrine Raw Material refers to the fundamental biochemical substrates required by the endocrine glands to synthesize and secrete hormones. The primary example of this raw material is cholesterol, which serves as the direct precursor for all steroid hormones, including cortisol, testosterone, and estrogen. Beyond cholesterol, this concept also encompasses essential amino acids and iodine, which are necessary for the synthesis of peptide and thyroid hormones, respectively. Adequate availability of these materials is a non-negotiable prerequisite for robust endocrine function and systemic hormonal balance.