Which of the following endocrine glands is directly controlled by the autonomic nervous system?
A)adrenal medulla
B)adrenal cortex
C)anterior pituitary gland
D)thyroid gland
E)thymus gland

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The adrenal medulla is directly controlled by the autonomic nervous system via sympathetic innervation. This innervation leads to secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine in response to stress. The other listed endocrine glands are not directly controlled by the autonomic nervous system.

Which of the Following Endocrine Glands Is Directly Controlled by the Autonomic