Which Statement Is True About the Adrenal Glands

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about the adrenal glands?

• A) The adrenal cortex regulates the adrenal medulla.
• B) The hormones of the adrenal cortex rely on control by the autonomic nervous system.
• C) The adrenal cortex is most important in the control of sodium, potassium, and glucose blood levels.
• D) The adrenal androgen hormones are found only in males.
• E) The main hormone of the adrenal medulla is norepinephrine.

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