Chromaffin Cell

Neuroendocrine cells found primarily in the adrenal medulla, responsible for synthesizing and secreting catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine).

Key Functions:

• Secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine into the bloodstream in response to stress.
• Mediates the 'fight or flight' response.
• Derived from neural crest cells.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Adrenal Medulla (located in)
• Epinephrine (secretes)
• Norepinephrine (secretes)
• Endocrine System (component of)