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Gita is supposed to face an interview. During the first five minutes before the interview she experiences sweating, increased rate of heartbeat, increased respiratory rate, etc. Which of the following hormones has increased in her blood and is responsible for her restlessness?

A

GnRH

B

Estrogen

C

Adrenaline

D

Insulin

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C
Adrenaline is secreted at the time of emergency and stress condition such as facing an interview. Large amount of adrenaline causes increase in heart beat to supply more oxygen to muscles. The breathing rate also increases due to the contraction of the diaphragm and rib muscles. Also, basal metabolic rate, blood pressure and sugar level in blood is increased. Because of its role in emergency situations, adrenaline is also called as emergency hormone.
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