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Endocrine System Feedback

Meaning

Endocrine System Feedback describes the crucial biological control mechanism by which the concentration of a circulating hormone or the physiological effect it produces regulates the further secretion of that hormone. This sophisticated regulatory loop is essential for maintaining hormonal homeostasis, ensuring that hormone levels remain within a tightly controlled, narrow range necessary for optimal physiological function. The system operates primarily through negative feedback, though positive feedback mechanisms exist for specific, transient events.