adrenal medulla

adrenal central medulla

The inner portion of the adrenal gland that consists mainly of chromaffin cells which produce, store and secrete neurotransmitters such as epinephrine and norepinephrine.

Type Gland
Body System Endocrine
Parent Structure medulla of organ
Latin Name adrenal central medulla
FMA ID 15633

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the adrenal medulla?
The inner portion of the adrenal gland that consists mainly of chromaffin cells which produce, store and secrete neurotransmitters such as epinephrine and norepinephrine.
What body system is the adrenal medulla part of?
The adrenal medulla is part of the Endocrine.
What is the Latin name for the adrenal medulla?
The Latin name for the adrenal medulla is adrenal central medulla.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.