1 cortisol stimulates many metabolic reactions such as gluconeogenesis lipolysis and proteinolysis 2 It inhibits cellular uptake and utilization of amino acids 3 cortisol also plays an important role in maintaining the cardiovascular system and kidney function 4 It is also involed in anti inflammatory reactions and suppressure the immune response 5 Cortisol stimulates the RBC production
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Reena was experiencing headache and dizziness for the last few days . When visited a clinic, the doctor informed that her blood pressure is high. Which of the following hormones will be secretad in body to reduce the blood pressure ? I. Aldosterone II. Cortisol III. Atrial Natriuretic factor IV. Erythropoietin
During pregnancy, placenta acts as endocrine tissue and produces several hormones like (A) Oxytocin, Insulin and Aldosterone (B) Progestogens, Estrogens, HpL, hCG (C) Relaxin, hCG and FSH (D) Cortisol, Estrogens and oxytocin
Assertion: During pregnancy, the levels of hormones like estrogens, progestrogens, cortisol, prolactin, thyroxine. etc., are increased several folds in the maternal blood. Reason: Increased production of these hormones is essential for supporting the fetal growth.
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