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ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationAdrenal GlandEasy2 minPYQ_2020
ZoologyEasysingle choice

The adrenal cortical hormone that reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune response is

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Glucocorticoids stimulate gluconeogenesis, lipolysis and proteolysis; and inhibit cellular uptake and utilisation of amino acids. Cortisol is also involved in maintaining the cardio-vascular system as well as the kidney functions. Glucocorticoids, particularly cortisol, produces antiinflammatory reactions and suppresses the immune response. Cortisol stimulates the RBC production.

Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Chemical Coordination and IntegrationSubtopic:Adrenal Gland
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