Nikolas
Created page with "== Introduction == The adrenal glands are paired endocrine glands consisting of a cortex and a medulla. The cortex is comprised of three layers, each of which produce a type of hormone: * Zona glomerulosa – produces mineralocorticoids, especially aldosterone * Zona fasciculata – produces glucocorticoids, especially cortisol * Zona reticularis – produces sex steroids, especially androgens The zona fasciculata accounts for 75% of the cortex, making it much thicker..."