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Chromaffin cells are a type of neuroendocrine cell found in the adrenal medulla, which is a small gland located on top of the kidneys. They are responsible for producing and secreting various hormones, including:
- Epinephrine (adrenaline): a hormone that plays a key role in the "fight or flight" response, helping to increase heart rate, blood pressure, and energy levels.
- Norepinephrine (noradrenaline): a hormone that helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate, and other physiological processes.
- Dopamine: a neurotransmitter that plays a role in motivation, pleasure, and reward processing.
Chromaffin cells are derived from the neural crest, a group of cells that gives rise to many different types of tissues and organs in the body. They are characterized by their ability to produce and secrete hormones in response to various stimuli, such as stress, exercise, or changes in blood pressure.
In addition to their role in hormone production, chromaffin cells have also been implicated in various diseases, including pheochromocytoma, a rare tumor that arises from chromaffin cells and can cause high blood pressure, headaches, and other symptoms.