Question

Hormone produced in allergic reaction is

• A. Glucocorticoid
• B. Mineralocorticoid
• C. Norepinephrine
• D. Epinephrine

Answer 1

The correct option is A Glucocorticoid

A. Glucocorticoids are secreted from adrenal cortex. They are essential for life and have many effects on the body. They regulate carbohydrate metabolism, promote formation of glycogen and its storage, stimulates water reabsorption from renal tubules and are released during allergic reactions in the body.

B. Mineralocorticoids are secreted from adrenal cortex and maintain electrolyte balance in the body.

C. Norepinephrine is the name for nor-adrenaline hormone secreted from adrenal medulla. It regulates blood pressure by causing vasoconstriction.

D. Epinephrine is the name for adrenaline hormone secreted from adrenal medulla in response to stress or when homeostasis of body is disturbed.

So, the correct answer is 'Glucocorticoid'.