Where in the Adrenal Gland is Cortisol Produced

Question

Where in the adrenal gland is cortisol produced?
A) zona glomerulosa (of adrenal cortex)
B) zona fasciculata (of adrenal cortex)
C) zona reticularis (of adrenal cortex)
D) adrenal medulla

Accepted Answer

Cortisol is produced in the zona fasciculata of the adrenal cortex. The zona glomerulosa produces mineralocorticoids (such as aldosterone) and the zona reticularis produces androgens (such as testosterone). The adrenal medulla produces catecholamines (such as adrenaline and noradrenaline).