chromaffin
/krɒməˈfɪn/Definitions
1. adjective
relating to or secreting chromaffin cells, which are cells that produce adrenaline (epinephrine) in the adrenal medulla.
“The chromaffin cells in the adrenal gland play a crucial role in the fight-or-flight response.”
2. noun
a cell that produces adrenaline (epinephrine) in the adrenal medulla.
“Chromaffin cells in the adrenal gland can produce excessive adrenaline, leading to high blood pressure.”
3. noun
the tissue or cells in the adrenal medulla that produce adrenaline (epinephrine).
“The chromaffin tissue in the adrenal gland is responsible for releasing adrenaline during stress.”