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  • What are the two parts of the adrenal glands?


    • Adrenal cortex
    • Adrenal medulla
    anatomy adrenal_glands
  • What does the adrenal cortex secrete?


    • Corticosteroids
    endocrinology hormones
  • What does the adrenal medulla secrete?


    • Catecholamines
    endocrinology hormones
  • What is the outermost layer of the adrenal cortex? What percentage of the cortex is this layer?


    • Zona glomerulosa
    • 15%
    anatomy adrenal_cortex
  • What hormone does the zona glomerulosa secrete?


    • Aldosterone
    hormones mineralocorticoids
  • What is the principal mineralocorticoid?


    • Aldosterone
    hormones mineralocorticoids
  • What is the middle layer of the adrenal cortex? What percentage of the cortex is this layer?


    • Zona fasciculata
    • 75%
    anatomy adrenal_cortex
  • What hormone does the zona fasciculata secrete? This is the principal what?


    • Cortisol
    • Principal glucocorticoid : causes increased glucose
    hormones glucocorticoids
  • What is the deepest layer of the adrenal cortex?


    • Zona reticularis
    anatomy adrenal_cortex
  • What does the zona reticularis secrete?


    • Weak androgens
    hormones androgens
  • What is the rate-limiting step in steroid synthesis?


    • Cholesterol to pregnenolone
    biochemistry steroid_synthesis
  • What enhances the synthesis of aldosterone?


    • Angiotensin II
    endocrinology aldosterone
  • Persistently elevated ACTH lead to hyperplasia & hypertrophy overproduction of cortisol and androgens

  • If patient is given exogenous steroids then cortex will atrophy over time.

  • What does ACTH activate?


    activates cholesterol desmolase in the adrenal cortex and increase the number of adrenocortical cell receptors for LDL

  • All adrenocortical hormones are ____ compounds that are formed from cholesterol?


    steroid compounds

  • What accounts for 90% of mineralocorticoid activity?


    • Aldosterone
    hormones mineralocorticoids
  • How long do free plasma levels of aldosterone last?


    • 20 minutes
    hormones mineralocorticoids
  • What is the effect of aldosterone on sodium and potassium?


    • Absorption of Na+
    • Excretion of K+
    hormones aldosterone_effects
  • What can excessive aldosterone lead to?


    • K+ loss
    • Metabolic alkalosis
    hormones aldosterone_effects
  • What happens with a lack of aldosterone?


    • Increased K+
    • Cardiac toxicity
    hormones aldosterone_effects
  • What is the cellular mechanism of aldosterone action?


    • Aldosterone binds to mineralocorticoid receptor (MR)
    • Complex moves to nucleus to synthesize proteins
    hormones aldosterone_mechanism
  • What is a direct antagonist of the mineralocorticoid receptor?


    • Spironolactone (Aldactone)
    hormones aldosterone_antagonists
  • What are the regulators of aldosterone secretion?


    1. Hyperkalemia
    2. Angiotensin II
    3. Hypernatremia
    4. Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)
    hormones aldosterone_regulation
  • What happens to aldosterone secretion without ACTH?


    • Falls to ~ half
    hormones aldosterone_regulation
  • What happens to blood volume with increased K+ and decreased Na+?


    Blood volume would fall.

    physiology electrolytes
  • What can result from circulatory shock?


    Death within a few days.

    physiology shock
  • What is the principal glucocorticoid?


    Cortisol (hydrocortisone).

    endocrinology hormones
  • How much cortisol is secreted daily in absence of stress?


    20 to 25 mg.

    endocrinology hormones
  • When is cortisol highest in the day?


    Highest on awakening (~ 8 a.m.).

    endocrinology circadian_rhythm
  • What is the difference between ultradian and circadian rhythms?


    Ultradian rhythms repeat more frequently than daily, circadian rhythms follow a 1-day cycle.

    biology rhythms
  • What percentage of cortisol is bound to plasma protein?


    90 to 95% bound to cortisol-binding globulin (CBG).

    endocrinology hormones
  • Where is cortisol-binding globulin synthesized?


    In the liver.

    endocrinology hormones
  • What decreases the binding affinity of CBG?


    Increased temperature (fever) and elastase from neutrophils.

    endocrinology hormones
  • What are the general effects of cortisol?


    Enhances adrenergic responsiveness, maintains blood glucose, CNS function, & CV function.

    endocrinology hormones
  • How does cortisol affect glucose metabolism?


    Decreases GLUT 4 translocation, leading to insulin resistance and increased blood glucose levels.

    endocrinology metabolism
  • What is gluconeogenesis?


    Formation of glucose from proteins and fats by the liver.

    endocrinology metabolism
  • How does cortisol affect protein metabolism?


    Decreases protein synthesis in nonhepatic cells and increases protein catabolism.

    endocrinology metabolism
  • What is the effect of cortisol on fat metabolism?


    Decreases glucose uptake into fat cells, increases plasma free fatty acids, and promotes lipolysis.

    endocrinology metabolism
  • What are the stressors that increase glucocorticoid release?


    Trauma, infection, intense heat or cold, surgery, debilitating disease, and restraining an animal.

    endocrinology stress
  • What cytokines stimulate cortisol synthesis?


    Pro-inflammatory cytokines: TNF-α, IL-1, and IL-6.

    endocrinology cytokines
  • What is the effect of corticotropin releasing hormone (CRH)?


    Stimulates ACTH and cortisol synthesis.

    endocrinology hormones
  • What is the role of cortisol in inflammation?


    Stabilizes lysosomal membranes and decreases release of inflammatory substances.

    endocrinology inflammation
  • How does cortisol affect white blood cells?


    Decreases chemotaxis and phagocytosis of damaged cells.

    endocrinology immunology
  • What is the effect of cortisol on cytokine production?


    Reduces production and release of cytokines.

    endocrinology inflammation
  • What is chemotaxis?


    Attraction of WBC to areas of inflammation.

    biology immunology
  • What is phagocytosis?


    The process of engulfing damaged cells by WBC.

    biology immunology
  • What are the effects of cortisol?


    Anti-inflammatory effects, including reduced cytokine production.

    biology hormones
  • How does cortisol affect cytokines?


    It decreases production and release of cytokines.

    biology immunology
  • What does cortisol do to interleukin 1?


    It decreases the release of interleukin 1, reducing fever.

    biology immunology
  • What is the effect of cortisol on IL-6 and TNFα?


    Cortisol decreases their release.

    biology immunology
  • What is the role of COX-2 in inflammation?


    Cortisol decreases expression of COX-2, reducing inflammation.

    biology immunology
  • What does cortisol reduce the synthesis of?


    Prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and platelet activating factor.

    biology immunology
  • How does cortisol affect eosinophils and lymphocytes?


    It decreases their numbers.

    biology immunology
  • What happens to lymphoid tissue under cortisol's influence?


    It undergoes atrophy.

    biology immunology
  • What is the effect of cortisol on T cells?


    It suppresses the number of T cells.

    biology immunology
  • What is produced more due to cortisol?


    Red blood cells (RBC).

    biology hormones
  • How quickly are the effects of cortisol evident?


    Within 24 hours.

    biology hormones
  • What does CRF stand for?


    Corticotropin-releasing factor.

    biology hormones
  • Where is POMC synthesized?


    In the anterior pituitary gland.

    biology hormones
  • What does POMC serve as a precursor for?


    Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).

    biology hormones
  • What is the role of ACTH?


    Activates cholesterol desmolase and releases cortisol.

    biology hormones
  • What kind of feedback does cortisol exert?


    Negative feedback on CRF and ACTH.

    biology hormones
  • What is the significance of serum cortisol levels?


    Random levels are of little value due to daily variation.

    biology hormones
  • When should serum cortisol levels be measured for accuracy?


    Between 7 and 9 a.m. for maximum secretion.

    biology hormones
  • What does an ACTH stimulation test determine?


    Adrenal function.

    biology hormones
  • What is the baseline cortisol level expected in an ACTH stimulation test?


    Approximately 20 mcg/dl.

    biology hormones
  • How long can recovery from adrenal suppression take?


    2 to 12 months for normal HPA axis function.

    biology hormones
  • What is a normal response to a low dose ACTH stimulation test?


    Peak increase of 16 to 20 mcg/dL in 20 to 30 min.

    biology hormones
  • What is the normal response to a high dose ACTH stimulation test?


    Peak increase of 18 to 20 mcg/dL in 30 to 60 min.

    biology hormones
  • What is hydrocortisone's equivalent oral dose?


    20 mg.

    pharmacology corticosteroids
  • What is prednisone's anti-inflammatory potency?


    4 times that of hydrocortisone.

    pharmacology corticosteroids
  • What is the primary secretion of the adrenal medulla?


    Epinephrine (~80%).

    biology hormones
  • What is norepinephrine's secretion percentage?


    ~20% unless in pheochromocytoma.

    biology hormones
  • What is the effect duration of catecholamines compared to neurotransmitters?


    Lasts 5 to 10 times longer.

    biology hormones
  • What happens to catecholamines in circulation?


    They may take 1 to 3 minutes to remove.

    biology hormones
  • What are the metabolic pathways for norepinephrine and epinephrine?


    COMT and MAO pathways.

    biology hormones
  • What is the urine marker for catecholamine metabolism?


    Vanillylmandelic Acid.

    biology hormones
  • What is the significance of the bibliography provided?


    It lists key texts for reference on physiology and pharmacology.

    reference bibliography
  • What is the title of the 10th edition of Miller's Anesthesia?


    Miller’s Anesthesia (10th ed)

    anesthesia textbook
  • Who are the authors of the 14th edition of Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medicine Physiology?


    Hall, J., & Hall, M.

    physiology textbook
  • What is the title of the 8th edition of Stoelting’s publication?


    Stoelting’s Anesthesia & Co-Existing Disease (8th ed)

    anesthesia textbook
  • Who authored the 16th edition of Katzung’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology?


    Vanderah, T.

    pharmacology textbook
  • What is the title of the 2020 journal article about a 54-year-old man with sudden cardiac arrest?


    Case 30-2020: a 54-year-old man with sudden cardiac arrest.

    cardiology journal case_study
  • Which journal published the article on licorice abuse in 2020?


    Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism

    endocrinology journal
  • What is the main focus of Liu et al.'s article published in 2017?


    Perioperative steroid management approaches based on current evidence.

    anesthesia steroids journal
  • What does Miller et al.'s 2017 article discuss?


    Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal function during health, major surgery, and critical illness.

    anesthesia hpa_axis journal
  • What are the major blood vessels listed in the text?


    • Abdominal aorta
    • Left renal artery
    • Right renal artery
    • Left kidney
    • Gonadal arteries
    • Ureter
    anatomy vascular
  • What are the layers of the adrenal gland?


    • Capsule
    • Zona glomerulosa
    • Zona fasciculata
    • Zona reticularis
    • Medulla
    anatomy adrenal_gland
  • What hormone is produced by the zona glomerulosa?


    Mineralocorticoid

    hormones adrenal_gland
  • What hormone is produced by the zona fasciculata?


    Cortisol

    hormones adrenal_gland
  • What are the androgens produced by the adrenal gland?


    • DHEA
    • Androstenedione
    hormones adrenal_gland
  • What is the function of desmolase in hormone synthesis?


    Converts cholesterol into pregnenolone.

    biochemistry hormone_synthesis
  • What is the product of 17-Hydroxypregnenolone conversion?


    Progesterone

    biochemistry hormone_synthesis
  • What enzyme converts progesterone into 17-Hydroxyprogesterone?


    21-Hydroxylase

    biochemistry hormone_synthesis
  • What are the products of 11B-Hydroxylase action?


    • Corticosterone
    • Cortisol
    biochemistry hormone_synthesis
  • What is the primary action of aldosterone?


    Regulates sodium and potassium levels in the body.

    hormones adrenal_gland
  • What is the main function of cortisol?


    • Gluconeogenesis
    • Protein mobilization
    • Fat mobilization
    • Stabilizes lysosomes
    hormones adrenal_gland functions
  • What percentage of inhaled glucocorticoids is typically swallowed?


    ~80-90%

    pharmacology glucocorticoids
  • What is the dose range for inhaled glucocorticoids?


    50 to 250 mcg / puff, usually BID

    pharmacology glucocorticoids
  • What is the dosage range for the medication per puff?


    50 to 250 mcg

    dosage medication
  • How often is the medication usually administered?


    BID (twice a day)

    administration medication
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