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Adrenal Gland

Each adrenal gland sits on top of

each kidney. This is important for
regulating functions such as blood
pressure, heart rate and stress re-
sponse.

 Adrenaline increases heart rate,

blood pressure and metabolism in
reaction to stress.
 Aldosterone controls the body’s

salt and water balance

 Cortisol plays a role in response to
stress.

 Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate
(DHEA) aids in production of body
odor and growth of body hair at

puberty.
 Also produces testosterone.

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