This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: AIIMS 2019, Subject name: Physiology
In females adrenal glands are the exclusive source for secretion of? 
Select and explain. 
A. Estrogen, B. Testosterone, C. DHEAS, D. Progesterone
C: DHEAS
Answer: C: DHEAS 
Explanation: Adrenal Androgens:- Adrenal gland exclusively secretes DHEA (DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE) from adrenal coex, especially during fetal life. It also secretes progesterone & oestrogens in minute quantity, which are female sex hormones, but they primarily come from ovaries. Testosterone in females comes from both ovaries and adrenal glands, but majority from ovaries.