Pheochromocytoma

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008763",
  "term": "Pheochromocytoma",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A rare tumor that develops in the adrenal medulla, leading to the overproduction of catecholamines, primarily epinephrine and norepinephrine. This excess hormone release can cause symptoms such as high blood pressure, headaches, sweating, and palpitations. Diagnosis involves measuring catecholamine levels in blood or urine, and surgical removal is the primary treatment.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 896 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pheochromocytoma/"
}