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Hormonal Secretion

Meaning

Hormonal secretion is the specialized biological process by which endocrine glands or specific cells synthesize, store, and release hormones into the bloodstream or surrounding interstitial fluid in a precisely controlled and often pulsatile manner. This regulated release is the essential mechanism for transmitting chemical signals throughout the body, enabling the endocrine system to coordinate complex physiological functions like metabolism, reproduction, growth, and stress response. The rate and pattern of secretion are critical determinants of systemic hormonal bioavailability.