ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
ADRENAL
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the outside portion of the gland
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the inside portion of the gland
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The adrenal cortex is the outer region and also the largest part of an adrenal gland. It is divided into three separate zones: zona glomerulosa, zona fasciculata and zona reticularis. Each zone is responsible for producing specific hormones.
Detailed explanation-2: -Anatomy of the adrenal gland. 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-3: -It consists of three layers: Zona glomerulosa (outer layer). Zona fasciculata (middle layer). Zona reticularis (innermost layer).
Detailed explanation-4: -Your adrenal glands are controlled in part by your hypothalamus and pituitary gland. The hypothalamus, a small area of your brain involved in hormonal regulation, produces corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH, or vasopressin).
Detailed explanation-5: -Adrenal glands are small, triangular glands that sit on top of each kidney. An adrenal gland is made of 2 parts. The outer region is called the adrenal cortex. The inner region is called the adrenal medulla.