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[[File:Epinephrine.png|270px|thumb|right|Skeletal formula of adrenaline molecule.]] | [[File:Epinephrine.png|270px|thumb|right|Skeletal formula of adrenaline molecule.]] | ||
'''Adrenaline''' (also commonly known as '''epinephrine''') is a [[hormone]] and [[monoamine neurotransmitter]]. Adrenaline is primarily produced in the adrenal glands | '''Adrenaline''' (also commonly known as '''epinephrine''') is a [[hormone]] and [[monoamine neurotransmitter]]. Adrenaline is primarily produced in the adrenal glands in humans and animals.{{clarify}}{{citation needed}} | ||
It is used to regulate heart rate, blood vessel and air passage diameters, and metabolic shifts. Adrenaline release is a crucial component of the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.{{citation needed}} | It is used to regulate heart rate, blood vessel and air passage diameters, and metabolic shifts. Adrenaline release is a crucial component of the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.{{citation needed}} | ||