adrenocortical

UK
/əˌdrɛnəʊˈkɔːtɪkəl/
US
/əˌdrɛnəˈkɔrtɪkəl/

Translations

adrenocorticaladjective
more adrenocortical
Comp.
most adrenocortical
Super.
UK
/əˌdrɛnəʊˈkɔːtɪkəl/
US
/əˌdrɛnəˈkɔrtɪkəl/
The adrenocortical response to stress is crucial for survival.
Адренокортикальный ответ на стресс жизненно важен для выживания.

Definitions

adrenocorticaladjective
Relating to or derived from the cortex of the adrenal glands.
The doctor explained that the adrenocortical hormones play a crucial role in regulating metabolism and immune response.
Producing or capable of producing hormones in the cortex of the adrenal glands.
Adrenocortical cells are responsible for secreting cortisol and aldosterone.