paraganglia

Definition / meaning of paraganglia

A collection of cells that came from embryonic nervous tissue, and are found near the adrenal glands and some blood vessels and nerves. Most paraganglia secrete epinephrine and norepinephrine.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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