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This is incorrect as cortisol have immunosuppressive effects by which there is a decrease in the number and activation of T-Lymphocytes, making patients under extreme stress more susceptible to illnesses and pathogens. Cortisol levels will increase when a patient is under extreme stress.
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d
When a patient is under extreme stress, there will be an increase in the number and activation of T-lymphocytes, allowing enhancement of the patients’ immune system, there will also be a decrease in the circulating volume of Cortisol
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This is incorrect because cortisol actually has a catabolic effect on muscle and adipose tissue, meaning it will break down both muscle and fat cells
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b
Cortisol has an anabolic effect on skeletal muscle and adipose tissue
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Correct answer
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a
Within the Liver, Cortisol will stimulate gluconeogenesis and glycogen storage
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this is incorrect because cortisol will stimulate the production of lipocortin which will result in the anti-inflammatory properties of cortisol.
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c
The production of lipocortin will be inhibited under an environment high in cortisol
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Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands however, it is produced from the Zona fasciculata region of the adrenal gland.
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e
Cortisol is produced from the Zona glomerulosa of the adrenal gland
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Cortisol
Topic
221
Endocrine
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In regards to the stimulus and release of cortisol, which of the following statements is correct?
a