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Assertion: Cortisol produces anti-inflam...

Assertion: Cortisol produces anti-inflammatory reactions and suppresses the immune response.
Reason: Cortisol stimulates gluconeogenesis, lipogenesis and proteogenesis.

A

Cortisol

B

Deoxycorticosterone

C

Corticostone

D

Aldosterone

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