Adrenal gland tumours
Adrenal cortical cancer (ACC) is very rare and also known as adrenocortical carcinoma.
ACC starts in the outer layer of the adrenal glands, which are next to the kidneys. The adrenal glands are small glands that make that control important body functions.
Cancer that starts in the inner layer of the adrenal glands is called phaeochromocytoma.
Go to our information about phaeochromocytomas
Adrenal cortical cancer is rare and also known as adrenocortical carcinoma. It is a type of adrenal gland tumour.
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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