Which hormone is produced in the adrenal medulla and is involved in the 'fight-or-flight' response?
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Correct answer: Epinephrine
The adrenal medulla contains chromaffin cells that secrete catecholamines, mainly epinephrine (80%) and norepinephrine (20%). These hormones rapidly increase heart rate and blood glucose during acute stress.
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