What are cortisols? Give their role
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Cortisol is a steriod hormone produced bythe adrenal gland. The hormone is released in response to stress and low levels of blood sugar and its primaryfunction is to increase blood sugar levels, suppress the immune system and aid in metabolism. ... The most important job ofcortisol is to help the body respond to stress.
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Cortisols:
Cortisols are steroid hormones secreted by zona fasciculata of Adrenal Cortex of adrenal gland present on the kidneys. These hormones are derived from cholesterol and has different effects on human body. They are:
- They have predominant role in metabolism. Increasing levels of cortisol increases the metabolism of all the three principal components of food namely protein fat and carbohydrates.
- It has an immunosuppressive function. When prescribed as medicine the component is called hydroxycortisone.
- It has a role in maintaining water and salt balance in human body.
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