Small amounts of androgenic steroids are secreted by the adrenal cortex, which play a role in

Small amounts of androgenic steroids are also secreted by the adrenal cortex which play a role in the growth of axial hair, pubic hair and facial hair during puberty.

Aldosterone of adrenal cortex helps in the maintenance of electrolytes, body fluid volume, osmotic pressure and blood pressure.

Cortisol is involved in maintaining the cardio-vascular system as well as the kidney functions.