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Cortisol is secreted from.

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Pancreas
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Thyroid
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Adrenal
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Thymus
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Solution

The correct option is C Adrenal
Adrenal or suprarenal glands are paired structures located on the top of the kidneys. The cells of zopa fasciculate of adrenal cortex secretes mainly glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoids include three main hormones : corticol(= hydrocortisone), corticosterone and cortisone. They effect carbohydrate metabolism, however, they also affect the metabolism of proteins and fats.

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