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

Cortisol is a steroid hormone which is secreted by adrenal cortex that produce anti- inflammatory responses and suppresses the immune response.

Functions of cortisolare:


• Stimulates gluconeogenesis


• Stimulates lipolysis and proteolysis


• Inhibit cellular uptake


• Helps in maintaining cardio-vascular system


• Helps in maintaining kidney function


• Stimulates RBCs production


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