NEET2014ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationActual
Fight-or-flight reaction cause activation of:
Options
- Athe parathyroid glands, leading to increased metabolic rate.
- Bthe kidney, leading to suppression of renin angiotensin-aldosterone pathway.
- Cthe adrenal medulla, leading to increased secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrene
- Dthe pancreas leading to a reduction in the blood sugar levels.
Correct answer
C. the adrenal medulla, leading to increased secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrene
Step-by-step solution
The secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrene are secreted by adrenal medulla and are associated with fight are flight reactions.