The adrenal glands comprise the cortex and medulla. These endocrine organs are located just above the kidneys.
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Glands |
Hormone Released |
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Adrenal cortex |
1) Glucocorticoids
2) Mineralocorticoids
3) Sex hormones (small amounts of the sex hormones estrogen and testosterone)
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Adrenal medulla |
Epinephrine and norepinephrine |
Followings are the chief functions of these hormones:
Glucocorticoids - Promote liver formation of glucose and glycogen, stimulate breakdown of protein, anti-inflammatory effects
Mineralocorticoids - Reabsorb sodium and water by the kidneys excrete potassium
Sex hormones - Stimulate reproductive organs
Epinephrine and norepinephrine - These hormones target most cells of the body, increase cardiac activity, raise blood glucose level, release stored lipids
