Adrenal Medulla

The inner portion of the adrenal gland. Derived from ECTODERM, adrenal medulla consists mainly of CHROMAFFIN CELLS that produces and stores a number of NEUROTRANSMITTERS, mainly adrenaline (EPINEPHRINE) and NOREPINEPHRINE. The activity of the adrenal medulla is regulated by the SYMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM.

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Tree Number(s): A06.300.071.265

MeSH Unique ID: D000313

Entry Terms:

• Adrenal Medullas
• Medulla, Adrenal
• Medullas, Adrenal

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Endocrine System
Endocrine Glands
Adrenal Glands
Adrenal Medulla
Sympathoadrenal System