Structure Of Kindey

Question 1

Hormones in adrenal cortex

Answer 1

1) glucocorticoids - helps regulate metabolism by controlling how fats and proteins are converted to energy. Helps maintain blood pressure for example cortisol and corticosterone

2) aldosterone- controls blood pressure by maintaining balance of salt and water concentration in blood and body fluids

3) androgens- sex hormones released after puberty

Question 2

Hormones produced in adrenal medulla (when sympathetic triggers, fight or flight)

Answer 2

1) adrenaline- increases heart rate so blood to muscles and brain quickly. Rapid rate of glycogenelosis

2) noradrenaline- works with adrenaline, increases heart rate, widens pupils, vasoconstriction so higher blood pressure, widening air passages to lungs