GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

ENDOCRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The adrenal glands are located on top of the ____
A
kidneys
B
pituitary
C
brain
D
thyroid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There are two adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney. The outer part of each gland is the adrenal cortex and the inner part is the adrenal medulla.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your adrenal glands are endocrine glands located on top of your kidneys. They produce many important hormones, including cortisol, aldosterone and adrenaline. The adrenal hormones help regulate several bodily functions including metabolism, blood pressure and your body’s response to stress.

Detailed explanation-3: -The renal artery connects the kidneys to the aorta, while the renal vein connects the kidneys to the inferior vena cava. The adrenal glands lie superior to the kidneys.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: The answer is D. The sympathetic division stimulates the adrenal gland (medulla) to release epinephrine and norepinephrine. The sympathetic division of the ANS stimulates the adrenal medulla, not the parasympathetic division.

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