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Which of the following hormones is secreted by the adrenal cortex?
Which of the following hormones is secreted by the adrenal cortex?
- Glucagon
- Cortisol (correct)
- Insulin
- Thyroxine
What is the primary mineralocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex?
What is the primary mineralocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex?
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
- Testosterone
- Aldosterone (correct)
What is the molecular mechanism of action of corticosteroids inside cells?
What is the molecular mechanism of action of corticosteroids inside cells?
- Binding directly to DNA
- Combining with receptors in the cytoplasm and forming a macromolecular complex (correct)
- Attaching to ribosomes in the endoplasmic reticulum
- Interacting with enzymes in the mitochondria
Which type of corticosteroid is classified as long-acting?
Which type of corticosteroid is classified as long-acting?
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What is the primary pharmacological action of corticosteroids?
What is the primary pharmacological action of corticosteroids?
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