Which term describes increased development of the adrenal cortex?

• A. Ambidextrous
• B. Adrenocorticohyperplasia
• C. Albuminuria
• D. Adrenalectomy

Answer: (B)

In medical terms, hyperplasia means an increase in the number of cells, leading to tissue or organ enlargement. When this growth involves the adrenal cortex, the term combines adreno-/adrenal (relating to the adrenal gland) with cortic/o (cortex) and hyperplasia (increased development). Put together, adrenocorticohyperplasia literally describes increased development of the adrenal cortex.

The other terms don’t fit because they describe completely different things: ambidextrous refers to using both hands with equal skill; albuminuria means albumin in the urine (a kidney issue); adrenalectomy is the surgical removal of the adrenal gland.