Adrenal gland Flashcards
1
Q
What does Increase in corticosteroid production suppresses in adrenal gland
A
the inflammatory response thereby reducing chance of woman’s body rejecting the foetus. Also help to regulate glucose metabolism
2
Q
What does increase aldosterone production promote in adrenal gland?
A
Na reabsorption and maintain osmolarity
3
Q
what production is increase in pancreases
A
insulin but is less effective than normal due to oestrogen, progesterone and hPL reducing the effectiveness of insulin.
4
Q
Why is maternal glucose levels remain stable?
A
as the glucose is predominantly used by the developing foetus and the mother relies on her fat stores for energy
