Which of the following are hormones of the adrenal cortex? (Select all that apply.)
a. Norepinephrine
b. Epinephrine
c. Aldosterone
d. Cortisol
e. ACTH
f. GHRH
ANS: C, D
The adrenal cortex secretes cortisol, aldosterone, and sex hormones. Norepinephrine and epinephrine are secreted by the adrenal medulla. ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) is secreted by the anterior pituitary and stimulates the adrenal cortex. GHRH (growth hormone–releasing hormone) is released by the hypothalamus.
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