Question

during time of stress body demands the release of cortisol and adrenaline both having receptor respectively present on​

Answer 1

The receptor to cortisol is glucocorticoid receptor.

The receptor to adrenaline is adrenergic receptor.

Glucocorticoid receptor:

• The cortisol is a steroid hormone, it is released during acute stress, exercise and waking up.
• It is produced from adrenal glands that are present in the top of the kidney.
• It is also secreted when the blood glucose is less. It has effects in both metabolism and immune system.

Adrenergic receptor:

• The adrenaline is released during strong emotions such as fear and anger.
• It is produced from medulla of the adrenal glands.
• Its response is dilation of pupils, blood pressure, sugar metabolism and muscle strength.
• When this hormone is released it stops the blood to non-essential areas and increases the blood flow to skeletal muscles.