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Human Endocrine System

Question

Which of the following is a correct statement w.r.t glucocorticoids?

Moderate

A

They are secreted by zona reticularis.
B

They are directly responsible for antibody formation by B - lymphocytes.
C

They promote lipid synthesis.
D

Hyperglycemic in nature.

Solution

Glucocorticoids increase blood glucose levels by gluconeogenesis, lipolysis and proteolysis hence it is hyperglycemic.
Glucocorticoids are secreted by zona fasciculata of adrenal cortex.

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