Which region of the adrenal gland is regulated by the sympathetic nervous system?
A) zona reticularis
B) zona glomerulosa
C) zona fasciculata
D) adrenal medulla

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The adrenal medulla is regulated by the sympathetic nervous system and specifically produces and releases the hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine in response to stress or danger. The other regions of the adrenal gland are regulated by different mechanisms and produce different hormones.

Which Region of the Adrenal Gland Is Regulated by the Sympathetic