Tumors of the structure that primarily secretes this compound can be detected using an MIBG scan.
Tumors of the structure that primarily secretes this compound can be detected using an MIBG scan. Along with a related compound, this compound is secreted by pheochromocytomas. This compound can be synthesized by phenylethanolamine N-methyltransferase. Alpha and beta blockers work by blocking a group of receptors named for this compound. This catecholamine hormone is the primary secretion of the (*) chromaffin cells of the medulla of a certain gland. Food allergy emergencies can be treated using an injection of this hormone via one of its namesake "pens." For 10 points, name this compound central to the fight-or-flight response which is produced in namesake glands which sit atop the kidneys.
Tumors of the structure that primarily secretes this compound can be detected using an MIBG scan.
epinephrine [or adrenaline; accept "noradrenaline" and "norepinephrine" before "phenylethanolamine" is read but do not accept or prompt on either afterwards]