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Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > biochemical compounds > hormones > adrenal cortex hormones > glucocorticoids > cortisol
Fields of Study > biochemistry > biochemical compounds > hormones > adrenal cortex hormones > glucocorticoids > cortisol
Fields of Study > endocrinology > hormones and hormone-related substances > hormones > adrenal cortex hormones > glucocorticoids > cortisol
Animals, Livestock, One Health > endocrinology > hormones and hormone-related substances > hormones > adrenal cortex hormones > glucocorticoids > cortisol
Preferred Term:

cortisol

Definition:
The main glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions
Concept Schemes:
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NALT Full
Broader Concept:
glucocorticoids
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • hydrocortisone
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/29332
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