Histology
Adrenal gland
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Self-assessment MCQs (single best answer)
Which layer of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing mineralocorticoids such as aldosterone?
What is the primary hormone produced by the adrenal medulla?
Histologically, the cells of the zona fasciculata are characterised by:
Addison's disease is characterised by destruction of which part of the adrenal gland?
Which artery does NOT supply blood to the adrenal glands?
Which of the following is a feature of primary aldosteronism?
Chromaffin cells are primarily found in which part of the adrenal gland?
What is a common cause of Cushing's syndrome?
Which venous structure drains the right adrenal gland?
Which feature is commonly observed in adrenal carcinoma histopathology?
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