CET Karnataka Medical CET - Karnataka Medical Solved Paper-2014

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    Which one of the following hormones also produces anti-inflammatory reactions in man and suppresses the immune response in addition to its primary functions?

    A)  Thyrocalcitonin

    B)  Cortisol

    C)  Erythropoietin

    D)  Thymosin

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    : Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone secreted by adrenal cortex. It is steroid in nature. Apart from its primary functions (which are regulation of metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats), it also has anti-inflammatory functions.


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