Human Biochemistry, Volume 2 - Murray R. 1993

Biochemistry of Intracellular and Intercellular Communication
Adrenal Cortical Hormones
Zones of the Adrenal Cortex

The adult adrenal cortex consists of three distinct layers, or zones. The subcapsular region is called the zona glomerulosa; it is involved in The production of mineralocorticoids. Next is the zona fasciculata; glucocorticoids and androgens are produced here, as well as in the inner zona reticularis.



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