Questions and Answers
Which hormone is primarily classified as a glucocorticoid?
What is the main function of mineralocorticoids in the body?
Which layer of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing mineralocorticoids?
Which of the following statements about the adrenal cortex is true?
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Which corticoid plays a significant role in carbohydrate metabolism?
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Study Notes
Adrenal Cortex Structure
- Divided into three layers:
- Zona Glomerulosa: Outer layer.
- Zona Fasciculata: Middle layer.
- Zona Reticularis: Inner layer.
Hormones of the Adrenal Cortex
- Hormones secreted are known as corticoids.
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Glucocorticoids:
- Involved in carbohydrate metabolism.
- Cortisol is the principal glucocorticoid in the body.
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Mineralocorticoids:
- Regulate water and electrolyte balance.
- Aldosterone is the primary mineralocorticoid produced.
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Description
Explore the intricate structure of the adrenal cortex, including its three distinct layers: Zona Glomerulosa, Zona Fasciculata, and Zona Reticularis. Learn about the hormones produced, particularly glucocorticoids like cortisol and mineralocorticoids such as aldosterone, and their critical roles in metabolism and electrolyte balance.
