It also makes precursors that can be converted to sex steroids such as androgen, estrogen. The adrenal glands are paired triangular glands at the superior pole of the kidney. Adrenal gland secretes steroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone. Information specific to catecholamines receptor function can be found under adrenoreceptors, whilst detailed information on specific agents, including structure-activity relationships, is in the pharmacopeia.
This covers the production of adrenal hormones. Glomerular Filtration and Tubular Functionĭescribe the control, secretions and functions of renal and adrenal hormones
Functional Anatomy and Control of Blood Flow
