Which of the following statements best captures the role of the adrenal cortex in maintaining homeostasis?

Question

A)
The adrenal cortex is responsible for the production of epinephrine and norepinephrine that are part of the sympathetic nervous system.
B)
The adrenal cortical hormones are primarily steroids and sex hormones.
C)
Redundant, secondary production of adrenal cortical hormones can compensate for the loss of the adrenal glands.
D)
Normal sexual function is dependent on adequate adrenal cortical function.

Answer 1

Ans:
B

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The adrenal cortex is responsible for secreting three types of hormones: the glucocorticoids, the mineralocorticoids, and the adrenal androgens. The adrenal medulla produces epinephrine and norepinephrine, and there are no alternate production sites for adrenal cortical hormones. The adrenal androgens are least responsible for normal sexual function.