Release of catechol amines from the adrenal medulla by carbon tetrachloride.
1960
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Description
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D002251
Carbon Tetrachloride
A solvent for oils, fats, lacquers, varnishes, rubber waxes, and resins, and a starting material in the manufacturing of organic compounds. Poisoning by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption is possible and may be fatal. (Merck Index, 11th ed)
Tetrachloromethane,Tetrachloride, Carbon
D002395
Catecholamines
A general class of ortho-dihydroxyphenylalkylamines derived from TYROSINE.
Catecholamine,Sympathin,Sympathins
D002396
Catechols
A group of 1,2-benzenediols that contain the general formula R-C6H5O2.
The inner portion of the adrenal gland. Derived from ECTODERM, adrenal medulla consists mainly of CHROMAFFIN CELLS that produces and stores a number of NEUROTRANSMITTERS, mainly adrenaline (EPINEPHRINE) and NOREPINEPHRINE. The activity of the adrenal medulla is regulated by the SYMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM.