Adrenal gland tumours
This page is about ACC which starts in the outer layer of the adrenal glands. Cancer that starts in the inner layer of the adrenal glands is called phaeochromocytoma.
Go to our information about phaeochromocytomas
Adrenal cortical cancer is also called adrenocortical carcinoma. It is a very rare type of adrenal gland tumour. It starts in the outer layer (cortex) of the adrenal gland.
Tests to diagnose adrenal cortical cancer include blood tests and scans such as CT scans. The tests you have help your doctor know about the stage of your cancer.
Read about the different treatments that you might have for adrenal cortical cancer and about research in this area.
Last reviewed: 07 Mar 2025
Next review due: 07 Mar 2028
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