A chemical substance produced in one part of the body that is released into the blood to control functions of another part or parts of the body. Examples include insulin, estrogen, and adrenaline/epinephrine.
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A chemical substance produced in one part of the body that is released into the blood to control functions of another part or parts of the body. Examples include insulin, estrogen, and adrenaline/epinephrine.