adrenal glands
[ (uh-dreen-l) ]
Two small glands, one located near the upper part of each kidney, that function in the endocrine system. Part of each adrenal gland secretes adrenaline; another part secretes other important hormones.
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Adrenin is a substance secreted into the blood by the adrenal glands.
The Analysis of Mind | Bertrand RussellThe rapid secretion of the adrenal glands during anger is itself aroused by the nerve running to this gland.
Psychology | Robert S. WoodworthAgain, the kidneys, and especially the adrenal glands, influence the hair.
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 2 (of 6) | Havelock EllisSimilar calcium deposits were seen frequently in the adrenal glands, in their cortex, or at the border of the cortex and medulla.
Scurvy Past and Present | Alfred Fabian HessThe constant stimulation will ultimately turn my overworked adrenal glands into a jelly-like mess of cystic quivering goo.
The Issahar Artifacts | Jesse Franklin Bone
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