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It is a substance that is produced by a endocrine gland in one part of the body, passes into the bloodstream and is carried to other organs or tissues, where it acts to modify their structures or function. Example of hormones are cortico steroids, adrenaline, growth hormone, androgens, oestrogen,thyroid hormone and insulin.

Hormones have a dramatic and broad range of effects on metabolism, growth and maturation, sexuality and reproduction, and other important bodily functions.

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Q: Define the term hormone and give the general function?
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