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KCET · BIOLOGY · STD 11 - 19. Chemical Coordination and Integration

Which one of the following hormones also produces anti-inflammatory reactions in man and suppresses the immune response in addition to its primary functions?

  1. A Thyrocalcitonin
  2. B Cortisol
  3. C Erythropoietin
  4. D Thysmosin
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(B) Cortisol

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(B) Cortisol,
Cortisol is also involved in maintaining the cardio-vascular system as well as the kidney functions. Glucocorticoids, particularly cortisol, produces antiinflammatory reactions and suppresses the immune response. Cortisol stimulates the RBC production.