MediumZoologyChemical Coordination & Integration
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Which of the following is a glucocorticoid?
A
Aldosterone
B
Cortisol
C
Testosterone
D
Melatonin
Explanation
Cortisol is the main glucocorticoid produced by the adrenal cortex; it is involved in carbohydrate metabolism and anti-inflammatory reactions.
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