MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

ENDOCRINE ORGANS

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: -Adrenal glands, also known as suprarenal glands, are small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of both kidneys. Adrenal glands produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress and other essential functions.

Detailed explanation-2: -The adrenal glands lie close to critical vessels and organs. Both adrenal glands rest on top of the kidneys on their respective side of the body. They are enclosed within the superior renal fascia and sit in the perirenal space.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cortisol is a hormone produced by the two adrenal glands, which are located on top of each kidney. The pituitary gland in the brain regulates cortisol production. Cortisol plays an important role in the stress response.

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