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Zona Fasciculata

Medical Definition: The wide middle zone of the adrenal cortex. This zone consists of large lipid-laden cells radially arranged in parallel cords. It converts pregnenolone to cortisol by a series of enzymatically regulated steps. A small amount of corticosterone is formed as a by-product of cortisol synthesis.
Guide Notes: middle zone of adrenal cortex
Previously Indexed: Adrenal Cortex (1975-1988),Adrenal Glands (1966-1988)

Zona Fasciculata Medical Definitions and Terms

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