Aldosterone
Aldosterone
Mineralocorticoids
Outer zona glomerulosa secrets the hormone called as aldosterone. Middle zona fasciculata secretes the hormone called as cortisol and hydrocortisone. Inner zona reticulosa secretes the androgens.
Aldosterone, secreted by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal gland, will make your kidneys excrete more potassium and acid in urine, but it will make your kidneys absorb more sodium.
mineralocorticoid is synthesized in zona glomerulosa of adrenal cortex
The zona reticularis produces androgens. The most important androgens such as:TestosteroneDihydrotestosterone (DHT)Androstenedione (Andro)Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)
The zona glomerulosa is the outermost layer of the adrenal cortex, primarily responsible for the production of mineralocorticoids, with aldosterone being the most significant hormone it secretes. Aldosterone plays a crucial role in regulating electrolyte balance and blood pressure by promoting sodium retention and potassium excretion in the kidneys. This helps maintain fluid balance and overall homeostasis in the body.
The outer section of the adrenal cortex is known as the zona glomerulosa. This layer is primarily responsible for the production of mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, which help regulate electrolyte balance and blood pressure. The adrenal cortex itself is divided into three zones: zona glomerulosa, zona fasciculata, and zona reticularis.
zona glomerulosa/mineralocorticoids
zona glomerulosa: mineralocorticoids
glucocorticoidsmainly cortisol, hydrocortisone, and cortisone. This promotes fat deposition and suppresses immune response. It is regulated by adrenocorticotropic hormone that is secreted by the adenohypophysis of the pituitary gland.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zona_fasciculata
Testosterone: hormone secreted by the testes
zona glomerulosa/mineralocorticoids
ANP acts to reduce the water, sodium and adipose loads on the circulatory system, thereby reducing blood pressure. ANP has exactly the opposite function of the aldosterone secreted by the zona glomerulosa.