Epinephrine and norepinephrine together are known as

Steroid

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Catecholamine

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None of the above

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The correct option is C Catecholamine
Epinephrine and norepinephrine, also called as adrenaline and noradrenaline, are two separate but related hormones secreted by the medulla of the adrenal glands. Catecholamines are released into the blood when a person is under physical or emotional stress. The main catecholamines are dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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