Asked by Randy Aceituno on Jun 18, 2024

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Diagnosing and treating diseases and malfunctions of the glands of internal secretion

A) neurology
B) endocrinology
C) nuclear medicine
D) gynecology
E) physical medicine
F) otorhinolaryngology
G) psychiatry
H) psychology
I) allergy
J) ophthalmology

Glands

Organs in the body that secrete hormones or other substances directly into the blood or tissues.

Endocrinology

A branch of medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions called hormones, focusing on the body’s chemical messengers.

Internal Secretion

Internal secretion involves the release of hormones or other substances directly into the blood or tissues by glands, playing a crucial role in bodily functions.

  • Become familiar with the central focuses of varying medical disciplines.
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Chieh-Ju ChiangJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Endocrinology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to glands and hormones, which are the glands of internal secretion.