Adrenocortical

Pronunciation: /əˌdrinoʊˈkɔːrtɪkəl/

Definitions of adrenocortical

adjective relating to or affecting the adrenal cortex, which is the outer layer of the adrenal glands responsible for producing hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone

Example Sentences

A1 The doctor explained that the adrenocortical glands produce hormones that help regulate metabolism.

A2 She was diagnosed with an adrenocortical tumor, which required surgery to remove.

B1 The research study focused on the effects of stress on adrenocortical function.

B2 The patient's adrenocortical insufficiency required daily medication to manage.

C1 The endocrinologist specialized in treating disorders of the adrenocortical system.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research led to a better understanding of adrenocortical carcinoma.

Examples of adrenocortical in a Sentence

formal The adrenocortical hormones play a crucial role in regulating metabolism and stress response.

informal I heard that adrenocortical function can be affected by chronic stress.

slang My friend told me that messing with your adrenocortical system is no joke.

figurative Her adrenocortical levels were off the charts, indicating high levels of stress.

Grammatical Forms of adrenocortical

• past tense: adrenocorticalled
• plural: adrenocorticals
• comparative: more adrenocortical
• superlative: most adrenocortical
• present tense: adrenocortical
• future tense: will adrenocortical
• perfect tense: have adrenocorticalled
• continuous tense: is adrenocorticalling
• singular: adrenocortical
• positive degree: adrenocortical
• infinitive: to adrenocortical
• gerund: adrenocorticalling
• participle: adrenocorticalled

Origin and Evolution of adrenocortical

First Known Use: 1930 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'adrenocortical' originates from the combination of 'adreno-' referring to the adrenal glands and 'cortical' relating to the outer layer of an organ.

Evolution of the word: The term 'adrenocortical' was first used in medical literature in the early 20th century to describe the outer layer of the adrenal glands and its functions. Over time, its usage has become more common in endocrinology and physiology to refer to the adrenal cortex and its hormonal production.