Question

A steroid hormone which regulates glucose metabolism is-

• A. Cortisol
• B. Cortisone
• C. 1­1-deoxycorticosterone
• D. Corticosterone

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Cortisol

The correct answer is A.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. Cortisol is a steroid hormone(glucocorticoid) released by the adrenal gland.
2. It is responsible for generating energy.
3. It uses stored nutrients to elevate blood sugar levels, increase heart rate, etc.
4. Cortisol is essentially involved in stress management and also carbohydrates (e.g., glucose, fructose, etc.) metabolism.
5. It is also known as the “stress hormone” because it helps the body respond to stress by - elevating blood sugar levels, increasing the heart rate, etc.

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option B:

Cortisone treats inflammation and is a synthetic version of cortisol(a natural hormone).

Option C:

1­1-deoxycorticosterone is a precursor to aldosterone. It is not a primary secretory hormone.

Option D:

Corticosterone is an adrenal corticosteroid produced in laboratory rodents. However, Cortisol is the primary adrenal steroid released in most mammals (including humans).

The final answer: A steroid hormone that regulates glucose metabolism is Cortisol.