Adrenal Gland: Definition, Structure, Functions, and Disorders

Definition of Adrenal Gland The adrenal glands, also known as suprarenal glands, are small, triangular-shaped endocrine glands located on top of each kidney. They play a crucial role in producing hormones that regulate metabolism, immune response, blood pressure, stress response, and other vital functions.  Detailed Anatomy of the Adrenal Gland …

Adrenergic antagonists/adrenergic blockers/adrenergic receptor antagonists

Adrenergic antagonists, also known as adrenergic blockers or adrenergic receptor antagonists, are a class of drugs that interfere with the actions of the sympathetic nervous system, specifically by blocking the effects of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and epinephrine (adrenaline) at adrenergic receptors. These receptors are found throughout the body and are …

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