What hormone does ACTH affect the release?

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ACTH:
ACTH is abbreviated as Adrenocorticotropic hormone.
The hormone is generated and secreted by the pituitary gland.
The hormone which is affected by ACTH is glucocorticoids.
Glucocorticoids:
The adrenal gland secretes glucocorticoids.
It is mainly used as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant agent.
Hence, ACTH affects the release of glucocorticoids.

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