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Hormonal Cascade Events

Meaning

Hormonal Cascade Events describe the sequential, ordered release and action of hormones within an endocrine axis, where the output of one gland acts as the precise signal or stimulus for the next gland in the chain. These events are absolutely fundamental to maintaining systemic homeostasis and orchestrating complex physiological processes, such as the stress response, reproductive cycles, or metabolic adaptation. Understanding the timing and magnitude of these cascading signals is essential for diagnosing the precise locus of endocrine dysfunction and guiding targeted therapy.