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adrenal cortex [ə′drēn·əl ′kȯr·teks] (anatomy) The cortical moietie of the suprarenal glands which secretes glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, androgens, estrogens, and progestagens. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The endocrine system encompasses the thyroid gland, the
hypothalamus, the pancreas, the adrenal cortex, the thyroid, the
parathyroid, and the male and female reproductive glands. Simultaneously
adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) from the anterior pituitary gland
stimulates the adrenal cortex to release aldosterone and cortisol.
Distribution of an unlicensed injectable preparation, purported to
contain adrenal cortex extract contaminated with Mycobacterium
abscessus, led to a multistate outbreak of soft-tissue abscesses (11). |
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