Excess of which of the following hormones causes Cushing's syndrome?

Thyroxine

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Cortisol

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Adrenaline

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Nor-adrenaline

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Solution

The correct option is A Cortisol
Cushing syndrome is a disorder with physical and mental changes that result from having too much cortisol in the blood for a long period of time. Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, located above the kidneys.
So, the correct option is B.

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