The Adrenal Glands

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What are the two portions that make up each adrenal gland?

The adrenal gland is composed of the adrenal medulla and the cortex.

What hormones are produced by the adrenal medulla?

The adrenal medulla produces epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine.

Under what circumstances are epinephrine and norepinephrine released?

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released under the state of emergency, influenced by the sympathetic nervous system.

Match the following parts of the adrenal gland with their descriptions:

Adrenal Medulla = Produces epinephrine and norepinephrine Adrenal Cortex = Outer portion of the adrenal gland Epinephrine = Also known as adrenaline Sympathetic Nervous System = Influences the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hormones with their sources:

Epinephrine = Adrenal Medulla Norepinephrine = Adrenal Medulla Cortisol = Adrenal Cortex Aldosterone = Adrenal Cortex Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Adrenal Gland = Rests on a kidney and produces hormones Adrenal Medulla = Inner portion of the adrenal gland that produces epinephrine and norepinephrine Adrenal Cortex = Outer portion of the adrenal gland Emergency = State under which epinephrine and norepinephrine are released Signup and view all the answers

Match the following parts of the adrenal gland with their descriptions:

Adrenal Medulla = Produces epinephrine and norepinephrine Adrenal Cortex = Outer portion of the adrenal gland Epinephrine = Also known as adrenaline Norepinephrine = Produced by the adrenal medulla Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Adrenal Gland = Rests on a kidney and produces hormones Epinephrine = Also known as adrenaline Norepinephrine = Produced by the adrenal medulla Sympathetic Nervous System = Influences the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hormones with their sources:

Epinephrine = Adrenal Medulla Norepinephrine = Adrenal Medulla Cortisol = Adrenal Cortex Aldosterone = Adrenal Cortex Signup and view all the answers

Which portion of the adrenal gland produces epinephrine and norepinephrine?

Adrenal medulla Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

Induce peripheral vasoconstriction Signup and view all the answers

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Each adrenal gland is composed of an inner portion called the adrenal medulla and an outer portion called the cortex.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Epinephrine and norepinehrine are produced by the adrenal medulla.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Over secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine may cause hypertension and aggressive behavior during routine life.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. Signup and view all the answers

What are the main functions of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are involved in the body's immediate response to stress and have effects such as metabolic activities, bronchial dilation, increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart, as well as peripheral vasoconstriction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of over secretion of cortical hormones?

Over secretion of cortical hormones can cause Cushing's disease, which is characterized by excessive protein breakdown resulting in muscular and bone weakness. Signup and view all the answers

What are the effects of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

Epinephrine and norepinephrine have various effects on the body, including metabolic activities, bronchial dilation, increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart, and peripheral vasoconstriction. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

The two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex are glucocorticoids (e.g., cortisone) and mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosterone). Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of over secretion of cortical hormones?

Over secretion of cortical hormones can lead to Cushing's disease, which is characterized by excessive protein breakdown resulting in muscular and bone weakness. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hormones with their effects in the body:

Epinephrine = Increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart Norepinephrine = Peripheral vasoconstriction Glucocorticoids = Regulate the blood glucose level Mineratocorticoids = Regulate the level of minerals in the blood Signup and view all the answers

Match the following conditions with their corresponding hormonal imbalances:

Over secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine = Hypertension and aggressive behavior during routine life Under secretion of cortical hormones = Addison's disease Over secretion of cortical hormones = Cushing's disease Under secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine = Failure to combat with emergency situation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Adrenal medulla = Inner portion of the adrenal gland that produces epinephrine and norepinephrine Adrenal cortex = Outer portion of the adrenal gland that produces glucocorticoids and mineratocorticoids Epinephrine = Hormone that has metabolic activities, bronchial dilation, and increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart Norepinephrine = Hormone that has the greater influence on peripheral vasoconstriction Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hormones with their effects in the body:

Epinephrine = More potent stimulator of metabolic activities, bronchial dilation and increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart Norepinephrine = Greater influence on peripheral vasoconstriction, leading to rise in blood pressure Glucocorticoids = Help to regulate the blood glucose level Mineratocorticoids = Help to regulate the level of minerals in the blood Signup and view all the answers

Match the following conditions with their corresponding hormonal imbalances:

Hypertension and aggressive behavior = Over secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine Addison's disease = Under secretion of cortical hormones Cushing's disease = Over secretion of cortical hormones Weakness of muscle action and loss of salts = Under secretion of cortical hormones Signup and view all the answers

Match the following adrenal gland parts with their functions:

Adrenal medulla = Produces epinephrine and norepinephrine Adrenal cortex = Produces glucocorticoids and mineratocorticoids Epinephrine = More potent stimulator of metabolic activities, bronchial dilation and increased blood flow to skeletal muscles and the heart Norepinephrine = Greater influence on peripheral vasoconstriction, leading to rise in blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Adrenal Glands

Located atop each kidney, essential for stress response and metabolism.
Composed of two main parts: adrenal medulla (inner) and adrenal cortex (outer).

Adrenal Medulla

Produces epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine.
Hormones released during emergency situations, governed by the sympathetic nervous system.
Both hormones play crucial roles in the body's immediate stress response.
The synergistic effect means they work together but have distinct actions:
- Epinephrine increases metabolic activity, dilates bronchi, and boosts blood flow to muscles and heart.
- Norepinephrine primarily causes peripheral vasoconstriction, elevating blood pressure.

Effects of Hormonal Secretion

Oversecretion:
- May lead to hypertension (high blood pressure).
- Can cause aggressive behavior in daily life.
Undersecretion:
- Results in inability to effectively respond to emergencies.

Adrenal Cortex

Produces two major hormone types:
- Glucocorticoids (e.g., cortisone): Regulate blood glucose levels.
- Mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosterone): Control mineral levels in the blood.
Production of both types is influenced by ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone).

Addison's Disease:
- Resulting from undersecretion of cortical hormones.
- Characterized by general metabolic disturbance, muscle weakness, and salt loss.
Cushing's Disease:
- Caused by oversecretion of cortical hormones.
- Leads to excessive protein breakdown and resulting muscle and bone weakness.

Additional Hormones

Androgens (testosterone) are produced in small amounts by the adrenal cortex in both males and females.
Major site of testosterone secretion is the testes, the male gonads.

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Questions and Answers

What are the two portions that make up each adrenal gland?

What hormones are produced by the adrenal medulla?

Under what circumstances are epinephrine and norepinephrine released?

Match the following parts of the adrenal gland with their descriptions:

Match the following hormones with their sources:

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Match the following parts of the adrenal gland with their descriptions:

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Match the following hormones with their sources:

Which portion of the adrenal gland produces epinephrine and norepinephrine?

What is the main function of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

True or false: Each adrenal gland is composed of an inner portion called the adrenal medulla and an outer portion called the cortex.

True or false: Epinephrine and norepinehrine are produced by the adrenal medulla.

True or false: Over secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine may cause hypertension and aggressive behavior during routine life.

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

What are the main functions of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

What is the potential consequence of over secretion of cortical hormones?

What are the effects of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body?

What are the two major types of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

What are the consequences of over secretion of cortical hormones?

Match the following hormones with their effects in the body:

Match the following conditions with their corresponding hormonal imbalances:

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Match the following hormones with their effects in the body:

Match the following conditions with their corresponding hormonal imbalances:

Match the following adrenal gland parts with their functions:

Study Notes

Adrenal Glands

Adrenal Medulla

Effects of Hormonal Secretion

Adrenal Cortex

Disorders Related to Hormonal Secretion

Additional Hormones

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