Glands & Hormones - Hormones

Adrenal Cortex Hormones

The adrenal cortex consists of three different regions, with each region producing a different group or type of hormones. Chemically, all the cortical hormones are steroid.

Mineralocorticoids

Mineralocorticoids are secreted by the outermost region of the adrenal cortex. The principal mineralocorticoid is aldosterone, which acts to conserve sodium ions and water in the body.

Glucocorticoids

Glucocorticoids are secreted by the middle region of the adrenal cortex. The principal glucocorticoid is cortisol, which increases blood glucose levels.

Gonadocorticoids (sex hormone)

These are secreted by the innermost region. Male hormones, androgens, and female hormones, estrogens, are secreted in ....


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