Adrenal Gland Pathology Study Guide

Adrenal Cortex
Adrenal Cortex. Section of human adrenal gland under the microscope, showing its different layers. From the surface to the center: zona glomerulosa, zona fasciculata, zona reticularis, medulla. In the medulla, the central adrenomedullary vein is visible. Jpogi. Not altered. CC0

Adrenal Cortex The largest and outermost portion of an adrenal gland is called the adrenal cortex. The adrenal gland is composed of three distinct zones which include: Zona glomerulosa Zona fasciculata Zona reticularis Zona glomerulosa produces mineralocorticoids like aldosterone. Zona…

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