Suprarenal gland
Suprarenal Gland
The Suprarenal Gland (pronounced: soo-pruh-REE-nuhl gland), also known as the Adrenal Gland, is a small, triangular-shaped endocrine gland located on top of the kidney. The term "suprarenal" is derived from the Latin words "supra" meaning above and "renal" referring to the kidney.
Function
The Suprarenal Gland is responsible for producing and releasing hormones directly into the bloodstream. These hormones help regulate the body's metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and response to stress. The gland is divided into two parts: the Adrenal Cortex and the Adrenal Medulla, each having distinct functions.
Adrenal Cortex
The outer part of the gland, the Adrenal Cortex, produces hormones such as cortisol, which helps the body respond to stress, and aldosterone, which controls blood pressure.
Adrenal Medulla
The inner part, the Adrenal Medulla, produces non-essential (i.e., we can live without them) hormones, such as adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine), which are responsible for the body's fight or flight response.
Related Terms
- Cortisol
- Aldosterone
- Adrenaline
- Noradrenaline
- Adrenal Cortex
- Adrenal Medulla
- Endocrine System
- Kidney
- Metabolism
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Suprarenal gland
- Wikipedia's article - Suprarenal gland
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