Epinephrine is?

Hormone of the adrenal gland

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Nephrostomal part of mesoderm

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Clusters of glomeruli in mammalian kidney

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Solution

The correct option is A Hormone of the adrenal gland
Epinephrine is also known as adrenaline secreted by the adrenal gland. It is a fight or flight hormone that acts upon the vascular system-dilates the arteries , increases heart rate, dilates the pupil, increases blood sugar level etc to help a person to tackle a threatening situation.
So, the correct answer is 'Hormone of the adrenal gland'

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