AIPMT PRELIMS2006Zoology-Endocrine System
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Zoology Hormones and Metabolism MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A steroid hormone which regulates glucose metabolism is:
A
cortisol
B
corticosterone
C
¹¹⁻deoxycorticosterone
D
cortisone
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone that plays a significant role in glucose metabolism by promoting gluconeogenesis.
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