Endocrine disorders · Physiology

Pheochromocytoma is a tumor that secretes excess:

  1. Cortisol
  2. Aldosterone
  3. Catecholamines
  4. Growth hormone
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Correct answer: Catecholamines

Pheochromocytoma arises from adrenal medulla cells. It secretes excessive catecholamines causing hypertension.

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