The Adrenal Gland

The adrenal glands, one on each kidney, is made up of two layers, the cortex and the medulla.  The outer area, or cortex, secretes corticosteroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone.  The medulla, part of the sympathetic nervous system, secretes epinephrine (adrenaline), which is generally not affected by Addison’s.

Links for more information

The Adrenal Gland: Introduction and Index

Human site that gives anatomy of the adrenal gland as well as breakdown of the two layers, the medulla and cortex and the fuctions of each.

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