Cortisol
a. induces liver cells to convert glycogen to
glucose.
b. suppresses the uptake of glucose by muscle
cells.
c. induces the breakdown of fats in adipose tissue
and of proteins in muscle cells.
d. indirectly helps to keep adequate glucose
available for brain activity.
e. does all of these.
Answer: e
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