Adrenal Gland Function

noun a surgical procedure to remove one or both adrenal glands

• The patient underwent an adrenalectomy to remove a tumor from their adrenal gland.
• My friend had to get an adrenalectomy to take out a growth on their adrenal gland.
• They had to go in for an adrenalectomy to get rid of that thing on their adrenal gland.
• Sometimes we need to undergo an adrenalectomy in our lives to remove toxic influences.

noun a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that helps the body respond to stress and danger

• Adrenin, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone and neurotransmitter that plays a key role in the body's fight or flight response.
• I need a shot of adrenin to get through this tough workout.
• I felt a rush of adrenin when I saw my favorite band perform live.
• Her excitement was like a surge of adrenin, propelling her to take risks and try new things.