Cortisol facts for kids
Cortisol also called the stress hormone, is produced in the adrenal gland. It is a steroid hormone. Cortisol's purpose is to help the body:
- metabolize glucose
- control blood pressure
- suppress immunity
- Inflammatory response
Images for kids
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Change in plasma cortisol cycle (mcg/dl) over 24 hours
See also
In Spanish: Cortisol para niños
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