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suprarenal gland

suprarenal gland The suprarenal gland, also called the adrenal gland, is a roughly triangular gland that sits on top of each kidney.

The suprarenal gland, also called the adrenal gland, is a roughly triangular gland that sits on top of each kidney. It is a ductless gland that releases hormones into the body, including epinephrine and norepinephrine from its medulla and steroid hormones from its cortex.

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