A rise in cortisol would cause each of the following except one. Identify the exception.
A) increased ACTH levels
B) higher levels of fatty acids in the blood
C) enhanced rate of glucose synthesis by the liver
D) increased rate of glycogen usage by the liver
E) suppression of the immune system
A) increased ACTH levels
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a) A b) B c) C d) D e) F
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