Which of the following hormones stimulates or increases the process of gluconeogenesis and also reduces the uptake of glucose by cells, thereby increasing the plasma concentration of glucose?
a. Cortisol
b. Epinephrine
c. Thyroid hormones
d. Growth hormone
Answer: a. Cortisol
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