Inflammatory responses can be controlled by a certain steroid. Na… - Vidyadip

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Inflammatory responses can be controlled by a certain steroid. Name the steroid, its source and also its other important functions.

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Cortisol is a steroid hormone that produces anti-inflammatory responses and suppresses the immune response. It is secreted by adrenal cortex. It also stimulates gluconeogenesis, lipolysis and proteolysis, and in hibit cellular uptake and utilization of amino acids. It is also involved in maintaining the cardio-vascular system as well as the kidney function. It also stimulates the RBC production.

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