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What are the Endocrine Glands?
Endocrine Glands and Hormones

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Updated: August 13, 2008

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The endocrine glands are group of glands that produce various hormones our body’s need to function properly. In fact, nearly every cell, organ, and job our bodies do depends on the hormones produced by the endocrine glands. The endocrine glands include the:

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