Epinephrine levels refer to the amount of epinephrine (also known as adrenaline) present in an individual's body. Epinephrine is a hormone released by the adrenal glands during times of stress or excitement.
Related terms
Hormones: Chemical messengers produced by various glands in the body that regulate bodily functions and behaviors.
Adrenal Glands: Small glands located on top of each kidney that release hormones, including epinephrine, into the bloodstream.
Fight-or-flight Response: The body's physiological response to stress or danger triggered by increased epinephrine release.