| adrenal medulla |
An endocrine organ that secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine for the activation of the sympathetic nervous system.
출처: www.mindsci-clinic.com/neuro_jargon.htm
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| adrenoleukodystrophy |
A rapidly progressive X-linked genetic disorder marked by the accumulation of saturated very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA) in all tissues and body fluids, with a preference for the brain and the adrenal glands. This buildup leads to inflammation of the brain and erosion of the white matter of the central nervous system and the adrenal glands. It affects only boys; while there is a neonatal form, it typically strikes between the ages of 6 and 10.
출처: www.myelin.org/glossary.htm
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| adrenomyeloneuropathy |
The adult form of ALD, milder and more slowly progressive than the childhood form; it affects the spinal cord and peripheral nervous system.
출처: www.myelin.org/glossary.htm
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| adrenal cortex |
An endocrine organ that secretes corticosteroids for metabolic functions: aldosterone for sodium retention in the kidneys, androgens for male sexual development, and oestrogens for female sexual development.
출처: www.mindsci-clinic.com/neuro_jargon.htm
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| adrenal gland |
A pair of glands situated above the kidney, responsible for making steroids.
출처: www.infotech.demon.co.uk/Gloss.htm
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