Endocrinology, a word usually defined as the study of hormones, their production and their role to each organ they affect. When the word ‘endocrinology’ is heard, most of us would think about hormones. Some of us may have heard this word but what is really its importance in our body? Hormones are the ones responsible for cellular communication in a chemical basis. These hormones act on their target cells. Some of these act specifically in one target tissue while others may act on many types of cells. The hypothalamus which is a region in our brain is responsible for the production of hormones together with some endocrine glands. The hormones are then released into the blood stream. Bayliss and Starling were the ones who coined the word ‘hormone’. Since hormones are responsible for communication, the Greek word where it was derived which is ‘messenger’ fits well with its function. Hormones play an important role is our body and an imbalance of it may greatly affect our health. These may also affect our feelings and behavior as well. This is why endocrinology is very important to study. Many endocrinologists were recognized throughout the world for their studies and contribution in the betterment of human’s health. Endocrinology is said to be a lead science because of its significant part in discovering ways in health development.
