adjective

Relating to or denoting a pair of ductless glands situated above the kidneys. Each consists of a core region (adrenal medulla) secreting adrenaline and noradrenaline, and an outer region (adrenal cortex) secreting corticosteroids.

adrenal function was normal in this group of patients

noun

An adrenal gland.

Reflexologists say these areas are connected to the adrenals, pituitary glands and uterus, respectively.