| adrenal gland |
one adrenal gland is located near each kidney. Their main function is to produce hormones which control metabolism, fluid balance, and blood pressure. In addition, they produce small amounts of "male" hormones (androgens) and "female" hormones (estrogens and progesterone).
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| adrenoleukodystrophy |
A genetic, X-linked condition in which the body over-produces very long-chain saturated fatty acids (20- to 28-carbon chains) that destroy the myelin which is the insulation of nerves in the central nervous system. The disease is usually fatal in childhood, but its effects can be slowed down with a mixture of 20% erucic acid and 80% oleic acid (Lorenzos oil). Aerobic
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| adrenal gland |
A pair of hormone producing glands located above the kidneys.
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| adrenal |
a gland that affects certain types of hair growth
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| adrenal |
the two adrenal glands are located above the kidneys; they produce a variety of different hormones, including sex hormones - eg, adrenal androgens.
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