ADRENAL


Meaning of ADRENAL in English

adjective

situated near the kidney

adrenal body = an adrenal gland

adrenal cortex = firm outside layer of an adrenal gland, which secretes a series of hormones affecting the metabolism of carbohydrates and water

adrenal glands or suprarenal glands US the adrenals = two endocrine glands at the top of the kidneys, which secrete cortisone, adrenaline and other hormones

adrenal medulla = soft inner part of the adrenal gland which secretes adrenaline and noradrenaline

English dictionary of medicine.      Английский словарь медицины.