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What are glucocorticoids?


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Glucocorticoids:

  1. Glucocorticoids are steroid hormones secreted from the adrenal cortex.
  2. They are corticosteroids that bind to the glucocorticoid receptor, which can be found in nearly every cell of a vertebrate animal.
  3. They are anti-inflammatory medications that work in conjunction with your immune system to treat a range of conditions.
  4. These hormones have a number of roles, including controlling how sugar and fat are used by your cells, lowering inflammation and regulation of cardiovascular and kidney functions.

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