Catecholamines

Descriptions of Catecholamines

Catecholamines: A general class of ortho-dihydroxyphenylalkylamines derived from tyrosine.
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Summary Information: Catecholamines

Catecholamines: Catecholamines are chemicals that are both hormones and neurotransmitters. They are produced by the adrenal medulla, the inner region of the paired adrenal glands. The catecholamines include epinephrine and norepinephrine, which play a role in the sympathetic nervous system and prepare the body to respond to stressful situations, commonly known as the fight or flight response.

Conditions that can afflict catecholamines include pheochromocytoma, adrenal tumors, adrenal cancer, and trauma.

Closely Related Organs: Catecholamines

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Catecholamines:

• Sympathetic nervous system
• Neurotransmitters
• Adrenal Medulla
• Adrenal cortex
• Adrenal glands
• Adrenal steroid hormones
• Hypothalamus
• Adrenal hormones
• Endocrine system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Catecholamines

The following conditions are related to the organ: Catecholamines:

• Pheochromocytoma
• Adrenal tumors
• Adrenal cancer
• Trauma

Sub Parts: Catecholamines

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Catecholamines:

• Epinephrine
• Norepinephrine
• Dopamine

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Catecholamines

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Catecholamines:

• Headache
• Heart palpitations
• Hypertension
• Excessive sweating
• Increased blood glucose levels

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