Select all mechanisms by which glucocorticoids raise the blood glucose level.

A. production of glycogen
B. metabolism of fatty acids
C. conversion of amino acids to glucose


Ans:
B. metabolism of fatty acids
C. conversion of amino acids to glucose

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