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What is the effect of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) on the cells of the collecting duct in the kidneys?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which of the following hormones is secreted from the adrenal medulla?
A
Insulin
B
Aldosterone
C
Epinephrine
D
Cortisol
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Identify the location of the adrenal medulla within the adrenal glands, which are located on top of the kidneys.
Understand the function of the adrenal medulla, which is to secrete catecholamines in response to stress.
Recognize that the primary hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla are epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline).
Differentiate between the hormones listed: Insulin is secreted by the pancreas, Aldosterone and Cortisol are secreted by the adrenal cortex, not the medulla.
Conclude that the hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla from the given options is Epinephrine.
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