ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
ADRENAL
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Question
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The adrenal glands secrete the following except:
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cortisol
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ADH
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epinephrine
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aldosterone
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The adrenal cortex produces several hormones. The most important are aldosterone (a mineralocorticoid), cortisol (a glucocorticoid), and androgens and estrogen (sex hormones).
Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -The adrenal gland secretes steroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone. It also makes precursors that can be converted to sex steroids (androgen, estrogen).
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