The adrenal cortex secretes glucocorticoids. The most important is cortisol. What is it involved in? (Select all that apply.)
a. Glucose metabolism
b. Releasing androgens and estrogens
c. Providing extra reserve energy during stress
d. Decreasing the level of potassium in the blood stream
e. Increasing retention of sodium in the blood stream
ANS: A, C
Cortisol is involved in glucose metabolism and provides extra reserve energy in times of stress.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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