The sections in this article are:
Rhythmicity, Cyclicity, and Organization of Function
Context of Pulsatile Events
Mathematical Models With the Properties of Biological Rhythms
Modeling of Endocrine Systems to Show Rhythmic Behavior
Pulses as Signals
Experimental Studies in Endocrine Pulsatility
Hypothalamic Studies
Pulses of Pituitary Hormones in Peripheral Blood
Pulsatility in Stimulation of End Organ Responses
Cellular Studies
Analysis of Time Series of Hormone Concentrations
What Is a Pulse?
Considerations in Analyzing Biological Pulses
Methods of Analyzing Pulses
Conclusion