1. ADRENAL GLAND By RJ Olski and Zack Wynne Per 2

2. Endocrine System at a glance Regulate Hormones Regulates Body Processes Saliva Sweat

3. Adrenal Gland

4. Location Located near the kidney

5. What does it do The adrenal gland produces multiple hormones Each hormone effects bodily functions such as blood sugar levels and light-headedness

6. The major hormones Glucocorticoids Mineralocorticoids Catecholamines - Epinephrine - Norepinephrine

7. Glucocorticoids Known as cortisol Controls blood glucose levels

8. Mineralocorticoids Controls sodium levels in the body Prevents you from feeling light-headed

9. Catecholamines Epinephrine Norepinephrine Fight or flight reactions Adrenaline and Noradrenaline

10. Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome Failure of Adrenal Gland due to bleeding Due to bacterial infection Shock and acute failure of gland Death if untreated

11. Addison's disease When adrenal gland under produces Can lead to hemorrhaging and hormonal imbalances Autoimmune disorder

12. Fun facts Derived from latin words for “near Kidneys”, not adrenaline Works with pituitary gland and hypothalamus

13. Bibliography "Addison's disease: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia." National Library of Medicine - National Institutes of Health. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Mar. 2013.. "Adrenal gland hormone secretion."University of Maryland Medical Center | Home. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Mar. 2013.. "SEER Training: Body Functions & Life Process." SEER Training: Welcome to SEER Training. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Mar. 2013.. "Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome. Causes, symptoms, treatment Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome."Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects, Interactions. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Mar. 2013. <http://drugline.org/ail/pathography/164

14. Questions 1. What is one of the body processes regulated by the adrenal glands a. homeostasis b. movement c. protection d. reproduction 2. Glucocorticoids regulates a. adrenaline levels b. sodium levels c. glucose levels d. blood flow 3. Addison’ s disease is a. when the adrenal glands under produce b. when the glands are infected by a bacterial disease c. when the glands separate from the kidneys d. when one is born without adrenal glands

15. Open Ended Question When one is affected with waterhouse-friderichesen syndrome, what is the cause, and what are some of the symptoms?