Organ Adrenal Cortex

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Hormone Zona Glomerulosa: Mineralocorticoids (Aldosterone)

Targets Kidney: distal convoluted tubules and effects regulate electrolytes: reabsorb Na⁺, excrete K^,increase water retention, increase BP

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Hormone Zona Fasciculata: Glucocorticoids (Cortisol)

Targets skeletal muscle, liver, adipose, blood vessels, immune system and effects degrade muscle protein to produce AA, gluconeogenesis, degrade fat, suppress immune system, vasoconstriction

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Hormone Zona Reticularis Gonadocorticoids (Androgens) DHEA Testosterone

Targets whole body and effects start puberty Secondary sex charastics female sex drive

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