Adrenal glands

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Adrenal glands

Illustration showing adrenal glands

Perched on top of each of your kidneys, your adrenal glands produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure and other essential functions. Although small, these glands dictate much of what happens in your body.
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