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Episode 40
Today's episode focuses on white blood cells (leukocytes) and platelets (thrombocytes). We touch on their formation, anatomy, and function. We also d…
2 years, 4 months ago
Blood, Erythrocytes, & Blood Type - Episode 39
Episode 39
In this episode, we begin our coverage of the circulatory system with some general information, functions, and an introduction to blood. We discuss r…
2 years, 4 months ago
Other Hormones - Episode 38
Episode 38
Episode 38 covers the rest of the hormones we"ll be discussing, including those from the pineal, thymus, skin, heart, bones, muscles, and more. Also,…
2 years, 4 months ago
Pancreas And Adrenal Glands - Episode 37
Episode 37
Episode 37 covers the endocrine portion of the pancreas as well as the adrenal glands. These two important endocrine glands are incredibly clinically…
2 years, 4 months ago
Thyroid & Parathyroid - Episode 36
Episode 36
In this episode we get into the specifics of the thyroid and parathyroid glands as well as their hormones and conditions associated with them, like h…
2 years, 5 months ago
Hypothalamus And Pituitary - Episode 35
Episode 35
This episode is a deep dive into the hypothalamus and the pituitary. There are 70+ hormones in the body and these two small structures are responsibl…
2 years, 5 months ago
Hormone Action - Episode 34
Episode 34
This episode discusses how hormones take action on their target cells. We look at both lipid soluble and water soluble hormones and their subclasses.…
2 years, 5 months ago
Endocrine System Intro - Episode 33
Episode 33
Episode 33 introduces the endocrine system and its functions. We discuss hormones, their chemical makeup, and how they're secreted and transported. T…
2 years, 5 months ago
Announcement
As you may have noticed, I've been taking a break during the holidays and the semester break. Thanks for you patience and I'll see you soon with Epis…
2 years, 6 months ago
Balance & Equilibrium - Episode 32
Episode 32
Episode 32 continues with the ear, covering balance and equilibrium. We discuss what vertigo is, the symptoms, and how it's treated. I also have a co…
2 years, 6 months ago