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  • Adrenal Gland Location & Functions: What You Need to Know
    The gland located atop a kidney is the adrenal gland.

    There are two adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney. They are responsible for producing a variety of hormones that regulate important bodily functions, including:

    * Stress response: Adrenaline and cortisol are produced here, helping the body cope with stress.

    * Blood pressure and electrolyte balance: Aldosterone regulates blood pressure and electrolyte balance.

    * Sex hormones: The adrenal glands produce small amounts of sex hormones.

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