Adrenal gland

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000274",
  "term": "Adrenal gland",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A pair of endocrine glands located on top of the kidneys in mammals. Each gland is composed of an outer cortex, which produces steroid hormones like cortisol and aldosterone, and an inner medulla, which produces catecholamines such as adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones regulate metabolism, immune system response, blood pressure, and the body's reaction to stress.",
  "synonyms": [
    "paranephric gland",
    "suprarenal gland"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "adrenaline",
    "endocrine",
    "gland",
    "hormone",
    "medulla",
    "noradrenaline",
    "steroid"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 717 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adrenal-gland/"
}