Adrenal Glands

Question 1

Aka

Answer 1

Suprarenenals

Question 2

Outer portion

Answer 2

Adrenal cortex

Question 3

Middle portion

Answer 3

Adrenal medulla

Question 4

Electrolytes

Answer 4

Mineral substances (calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, Na, K) that are normally found in the blood and other bodily fluids

Question 5

function of the adrenals

Answer 5

Control electrolyte levels

Question 6

Other important functions

Answer 6

Regulate metabolism and interacting with the sympathetic nervous system in response to stress

Question 7

Androgens

Answer 7

Secreted by AG, gonads, adrenal cortex, and fat cells
Sex hormones

Question 8

Corticosteroids

Answer 8

Steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex

Question 9

Aldosterone

Answer 9

Corticosteroid that regulates the sodium and water levels in the body by increasing sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion by the kidneys

Question 10

Cortisol

Answer 10

Hydrocortisone, corticosteroid that has anti-inflammatory action
Regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and protein in the body

Question 11

Epinephrine

Answer 11

Secreted by adrenal medulla
Adrenaline
Stimulates the sympathetic nervous system in response to physical injury or to mental stress
Heart beat faster
Raise bp
Helps the liver release glucose and limits the release of insulin

Question 12

norepinephrine

Answer 12

Both hormone and neurohormone
Released as a hormone by the adrenal medulla and neurohormone by the sympathetic nervous system
Raises bp
Strengthening the heartbeat
Stimulating muscles contractions