Q. A 35-year-old woman presents to her primary care physician with a six-month history of weight gain, difficulty losing weight, and excessive hair growth. She reports that these symptoms have been progressively worsening and that she has been feeling more tired than usual. The patient's vital signs demonstrate an elevated blood pressure. The physical examination reveals an obese patient, with moon facies, and excessive hair growth. Further evaluation reveals elevated levels of a specific hormone in the patient's blood. Where is this hormone typically secreted from?