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corticosterone

 

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Noun corticosterone has 1 sense
  1. corticosterone - secreted by the adrenal cortex; involved in regulating water and electrolyte balance in the body
    --1 is a kind of
    glucocorticoid

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Corticosterone


Definition:

Corticosterone is a glucocorticoid hormone produced in the adrenal cortex, which plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, immune response, and stress levels in the body.

Sample Sentences:

  1. High levels of corticosterone can lead to muscle wasting and weakened immune function.
  2. The corticosterone levels in the patient indicated a possible adrenal gland dysfunction.
  3. Scientists have observed that corticosterone influences the formation of new memories.

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