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Hierarchical nature of hormone action in vertebrates

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The pituitary represents the first target, being under hypothalamic control.

Pituitary hormones then act on secondary targets, principally other endocrine glands, the hormone products of which collectively influence essentially all of the other organs and tissues.

Neural stimulation of the adrenal medulla controls release of epinephrine.
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