Abel and Takamine Independently Isolate Adrenaline
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- Series: Great Events from History II: Science and Technology Series
- Categories: Science
- Subcategories: Biology, Biologists, Doctors, Physicians, Nurses
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950, American History 1878-1900, Asian American History
- Geographical Location: New York, Maryland
- Date: 1897-1901
Article abstract: Abel and Takamine simultaneously isolated adrenaline, the main hormone of the adrenal medulla, which controls blood pressure and the “fight or flee” mechanism in higher organisms.
Summary of Event
Adrenaline, or epinephrine, is a member of the very important group of biological messengers called hormones. These messengers control many biochemical processes necessary for the life and well-being of the whole body. They are produced in tiny amounts by organs called endocrine glands. Endocrinology, the study of the hormones, is named...
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