Adrenal

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University Body Systems (Endocrine System) Mind Map on Adrenal, created by Kate Williams on 25/05/2013.
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Mind Map by Kate Williams, updated more than 1 year ago
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Adrenal
  1. Cortex
    1. Glucocorticoids
      1. Stimulated for secretion by ACTH
        1. Raises blood glucose levels, reduces inflammatory response
        2. Mineralocorticoids - Aldostersone
          1. Stimulated for secretion by status of ECF and plasma
            1. Acts on distal convoluted tubules of kidney - regulates uptake of sodium and hydrogen ions
            2. Sex Hormones - Small Quantities
            3. Medulla
              1. Adrenaline (epinephrine) and Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine)
                1. Stimulated for secretion by the Sympathetic Nervous System
                  1. Fear, Flight or Fright Syndrome
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