Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
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Chapter 23.2, Problem 4CC
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To determine: Whether the stress response on an encounter with a bear while mountain biking is mediated by cortisol.
Introduction: Cortisol is a hormone that belongs to the glucocorticoid hormone class. This hormone is produced mainly in the adrenal glands and is produced in small quantities. The cortisol hormone is responsible for performing various functions in the body.
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To determine: The reason stress mediated response is not generated by cortisol.
Introduction: The hormone that is produced by adrenal in minute quantity is the cortisol hormone. The function of this hormone is to regulate blood sugar level, regulation of
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