18 Questions
Which part of the adrenal gland is primarily responsible for the production and secretion of aldosterone?
Adrenal cortex
From which artery does the middle suprarenal artery receive its blood supply?
Aorta
Where does the right suprarenal vein drain into?
Inferior vena cava (IVC)
Which zone of the adrenal cortex is responsible for the production of cortisol?
Zona fasiculata
What is the primary function of aldosterone in the body?
Increase sodium and water reabsorption
In hyperfunction of the adrenal cortex, which specific condition is associated with primary hyperaldosteronism?
Conn's Syndrome
Which hormone function is likely to be observed in a patient with primary hyperaldosteronism?
Increased serum sodium and increased potassium levels
What is the likely hormonal profile in a patient with secondary hyperaldosteronism?
High serum renin and increased aldosterone level
What is the primary hormone causing metabolic effects in Cushing syndrome?
Cortisol
Which condition is most likely associated with primary hyperaldosteronism?
Low serum renin and normal renal biopsy
What is the likely impact of increased aldosterone on urine composition in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Increased sodium, decreased potassium, and alkalosis
Which condition can differentiate secondary hyperaldosteronism from primary hyperaldosteronism?
Marked edema in liver, renal, and heart failure
What are the common clinical manifestations of hypokalemia in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Skeletal muscle weakness, GIT disturbances, cardiac arrhythmia, glucose intolerance, and coma
Which hormone has its release stimulated by ACTH only in stress?
Cortisol
What is the characteristic hormonal profile in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Low serum renin level and high aldosterone level
What is the likely impact of hypokalemia in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Skeletal muscle weakness up to paralysis
What are the characteristic findings in hormone function for a patient with secondary hyperaldosteronism?
Increased sodium, decreased potassium, and alkalosis in urine composition
What are the common clinical manifestations of hypokalemia in primary hyperaldosteronism?
Skeletal muscle weakness up to paralysis and cardiac arrhythmia
Test your knowledge of the anatomy of the supra-renal glands with this quiz. Learn about the location, arterial supply, venous drainage, and histology of these important endocrine glands.
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