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adrenal glands

1) Paired glands situated in the retroperitoneal tissues at the superior pole of each kidney.

2) A pair of small glands, one located on top of each kidney. They produce steroid hormones, adrenaline and noradrenaline, which help control control heart rate, blood pressure, and other important body functions.

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