5 Questions
What is the predominant glucocorticoid in humans?
Cortisol
Which adrenal cortex zone produces mineralocorticoids?
Zona glomerulosa
What is the biological role of aldosterone?
Regulation of blood pressure and water balance
What is the metabolic role of glucocorticoids in carbohydrate metabolism?
Increase blood glucose level
Which adrenal cortex zone produces androgens?
Zona reticularis
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