Sitting atop the kidneys, the adrenal gland plays a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy body. Responding to signals from the brain, the gland secretes hormones that support critical functions like blood pressure, metabolism, and fertility. People with adrenal gland disorders, such as primary adrenal insufficiency, in which the gland does not release sufficient hormones,...
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Recreating the adrenal gland in a petri dish
The structure and function of adrenal gland ‘organoids’ grown in a petri dish at the School of Veterinary Medicine closely replicated that of the human adrenal gland, according to a new study. (Image: Courtesy of the Sasaki laboratory) Sitting atop the kidneys, the adrenal gland plays a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy body. Responding...