Histology
Normal Thyroid Follicular Cells
Normal thyroid follicular cells, also known as thyrocytes, are the primary cell type in the thyroid gland responsible for the production and secretion of thyroid hormones. These hormones,…
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Best Endocrinology Books for Medical Students
Endocrinology books for medical students can be divided into two main categories: those that focus on the basic science of endocrinology and those that focus on clinical endocrinology.…
Endocrine disease - parathyroid, calcium and bone metabolism
Calcium Physiology and Homeostasis
In adult humans, the body contains approximately 1000 g of calcium (Ca), with 99% present in the mineral phase of bone as crystals of hydroxyapatite [Ca10 (PO4) 6…
mnemonics
A mnemonic for CAH
Adrenal enzyme deficiencies, specifically congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), and their corresponding effects are frequently tested in board exams (USMLE and ABIM). This is a simple mnemonic for remembering…
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Medical Education and patient participation – My Take!
A proposed framework for mitigating the barriers to patient involvement in medical education. What is medical education? Medicine is a skill and knowledge-based field influenced by the degree…
Endocrinology Calculators
Water Intake Calculator
Why a water intake calculator? Knowing how much water you should drink per day is essential for staying healthy. To help you figure out the right amount for…
Endocrine disease - adrenal gland
Non classical adrenal hyperplasia
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) refers to a group of inherited enzymatic defects in cortisol biosynthesis. Impairment in cortisol production lifts the classic negative effect of cortisol on the…
Endocrinology Calculators
BMI (Body Mass Index) Calculator
What is BMI? BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a commonly used metric for determining whether someone is at a healthy weight. It can be calculated by taking…
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William Osler Quotes
William Osler is one of the most influential figures in the history of medicine. His quotes are famous for their wisdom and insight. Sir William Osler (Created with…
