Structure & function

adenogenous

originating in a gland

adenohypophysis

the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland

adrenal cortex

the outer region of the adrenal gland

adrenal (suprarenal) glands

secretes hormones that aid in metabolism, electrolyte balance, and stress reactions

adrenal medulla

the inner region of the adrenal gland

adrenaline (epinephrine)

chemical secreted by the adrenal medulla that increases blood circulation, breathing rate, and carbohydrate metabolism

adrenocorticotropic hormone

pituitary secretion that stimulates the adrenal glands

androgen

male hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex

aldosterone

one of the corticosteroids, hormones produced by the adrenal glands

antidiuretic hormone

hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland to prevent the kidneys from expelling too much water

calcitonin

hormone secreted by the thyroid that lowers blood calcium level

corticosteroids (cortisol)

steroids produced by the cortices of the adrenal glands