Zona Glomerulosa [zona glomerulosa]

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Adrenal Glomerulosa

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Definition

The narrow subcapsular outer zone of the adrenal cortex. This zone produces a series of enzymes that convert PREGNENOLONE to ALDOSTERONE. The final steps involve three successive oxidations by CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP11B2.

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D015384 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0023700
Previous indexing
Adrenal Cortex (1975-1988); Adrenal Glands (1966-1988)
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