Figure 1.2 Using the Figure Above, Identify the Labeled Part

question 165

Short Answer

Figure 1.2

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
-Label K: ______________________________

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Definitions:

Follicular Cells

Follicular cells are cells surrounding each follicle in the thyroid gland, responsible for the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones.

Chromaffin Cells

Cells found in the adrenal medulla that produce adrenaline and noradrenaline, hormones involved in the body's stress response.

Adrenal Gland

A small gland located on top of each kidney, producing vital hormones such as adrenaline and steroids aldosterone and cortisol.

Follicular Cells

Thyroid gland cells arranged in spheres called follicles, which store thyroid hormone precursors and are crucial for thyroid hormone synthesis.