FAQ / Resources
Patients commonly ask the definition of these terms:
Adrenal glands: The two glands above the kidneys which make several important hormones, including adrenaline.
Endocrinology: The study of hormones and how they affect the body.
Hormone: A chemical substance produced by a gland, which travels through the bloodstream to affect another part of the body.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Taking pictures of the body using radio frequency waves and a strong magnetic field.
Pituitary: Located in the brain, this gland and hormones influence growth, metabolism and sexual function.
Thyroid: Located in the neck, this gland produces a hormone that regulates metabolism.