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Adrenal Plasticity

Meaning

Adrenal Plasticity defines the intrinsic capacity of the adrenal glands to dynamically alter their cellular structure and functional output, primarily in response to chronic or acute systemic stressors. This adaptive ability allows the adrenal cortex to modulate the expression of steroidogenic enzymes and adjust cell proliferation rates to meet varying demands for cortisol and other adrenal hormones. The gland’s competence for morphological and biochemical reshaping is a crucial determinant of allostatic load management and overall endocrine resilience.