Is secreted by the adrenal cortex to increase glucose levels when the body is stressed. a. cortisol b. aldosterone c. epinephrine d. norepinephrine

Cortisol is secreted by the adrenal cortex to increase glucose levels when the body is stressed. Correct A

This hormone stimulates glucose production helping the body to free up the necessary ingredients from storage (fat and muscle) to make glucose. Cortisol is involved in the response to illness and also helps to regulate body metabolism.

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