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................shows anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effect.

A

Mineralocorticoids

B

Sex corticoids

C

Glucocorticoids

D

Noradrenaline.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question:** The question asks which substance shows anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects. 2. **Analyze the Options:** The options given are: - Mineralocorticoids - Sexcorticoids - Glucocorticoids - Noradrenaline 3. **Understand Each Option:** - **Mineralocorticoids:** These hormones primarily regulate water and electrolyte balance in the body, particularly influencing sodium and potassium levels. - **Sexcorticoids:** These hormones are involved in the development and maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics in both males and females. - **Glucocorticoids:** These hormones are known for their role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and they also have significant anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. - **Noradrenaline:** This hormone is involved in the fight-or-flight response and helps elevate blood glucose levels by converting liver glycogen to glucose. 4. **Determine the Correct Answer:** Based on the functions of each option, glucocorticoids are the only ones that exhibit both anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects. 5. **Conclude:** Therefore, the correct answer to the question is **glucocorticoids**. ---
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