<Tr> <Th> FMA </Th> <Td> 15633 </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td_colspan="2"> Anatomical terminology (edit on Wikidata) </Td> </Tr> <P> The adrenal medulla (Latin: medulla glandulae suprarenalis) is part of the adrenal gland . It is located at the center of the gland, being surrounded by the adrenal cortex . It is the innermost part of the adrenal gland, consisting of cells that secrete epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine (noradrenaline), and a small amount of dopamine in response to stimulation by sympathetic preganglionic neurons . </P> <P> The adrenal medulla consists of irregularly shaped cells grouped around blood vessels . These cells are intimately connected with the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). In fact, these adrenal medullary cells are modified postganglionic neurons, and preganglionic autonomic nerve fibers lead to them directly from the central nervous system . The adrenal medulla therefore affects available energy, heart rate, and metabolism . Recent research indicates that the adrenal medulla is under the control of the sensory and motor cortex rather than centres associated with the conscious mind as previously thought . </P>

A type of hormone that the adrenal medulla secretes is a