adrenal/interrenal gland

adrenal - interrenal gland

This gland can either be a discrete structure located bilaterally above each kidney, or a cluster of cells in the head kidney that perform the functions of the adrenal gland. In either case, this organ consists of two cells types, aminergic chromaffin cells and steroidogenic cortical cells[GO].

Type Gland
Body System Endocrine
Parent Structure endocrine gland
Latin Name adrenal - interrenal gland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the adrenal/interrenal gland?
This gland can either be a discrete structure located bilaterally above each kidney, or a cluster of cells in the head kidney that perform the functions of the adrenal gland. In either case, this organ consists of two cells types, aminergic chromaffin cells and steroidogenic cortical cells[GO].
What body system is the adrenal/interrenal gland part of?
The adrenal/interrenal gland is part of the Endocrine.
What is the Latin name for the adrenal/interrenal gland?
The Latin name for the adrenal/interrenal gland is adrenal - interrenal gland.

Related Structures

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