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Adrenaline is a naturally produced [[Hormone|hormone]] within the human body. It is produced in the [[Adrenal gland|adrenal glands]] located above the [[Kidney|kidneys]] and travels in the blood stream. It is usually associated with shock and may cause an increase in heart rate. It is classified as part of the [[Amine|amine]] family. | Adrenaline is a naturally produced [[Hormone|hormone]] within the human body. It is produced in the [[Adrenal gland|adrenal glands]] located above the [[Kidney|kidneys]] and travels in the blood stream. It is usually associated with shock and may cause an increase in heart rate, increased respiratory rate, [[vasoconstriction|vasoconstriction]]/dilation and [[lipolysis|lipolysis]]. It is classified as part of the [[Amine|amine]] family. | ||
Revision as of 08:58, 23 October 2012
Adrenaline is a naturally produced hormone within the human body. It is produced in the adrenal glands located above the kidneys and travels in the blood stream. It is usually associated with shock and may cause an increase in heart rate, increased respiratory rate, vasoconstriction/dilation and lipolysis. It is classified as part of the amine family.