Adenology is the study of glandular tissue or organs. Synonyms for this term include glandology, endocrinology, and glandular physiology. Glandology specifically refers to the study of endocrine glands, whereas endocrinology covers a broader range of glands and their effects on the body. Glandular physiology is a more general term that encompasses the function and structure of all glands in the body. Other related terms include histology, pathology, and cytology, which all focus on specific aspects of glandular tissue. Regardless of the terminology used, the study of adenology and its related fields are crucial in understanding the various functions of glands within the human body.