Quick Orientation
Section
Definition
- Objective
- Understand the core idea
- Keywords
- Adrenal function tests, 5 to 15 μg/dl at 9.00 AM
Adrenal Gland: Site and Hormone Classes
- Objective
- Learn the main facts and relationships
- Keywords
- glucocorticoids, aldosterone, epinephrine
Synthesis of Adrenocorticosteroids
- Objective
- Follow the sequence and key control points
- Keywords
- Cholesterol, pregnenolone, cytochrome P450 side chain cleavage enzyme
Mechanism of Action and Regulation
- Objective
- Track activators, inhibitors and feedback
- Keywords
- Glucocorticoids, Aldosterone, renin-angiotensin
Metabolism and Assessment of Adrenocortical Function
- Objective
- Follow the sequence and key control points
- Keywords
- plasma cortisol, plasma ACTH, urinary 17-ketosteroids
Clinical Correlation
- Objective
- Connect the mechanism to clinical findings
- Keywords
- Addison's disease, Cushing's syndrome, Pheochromocytoma