Chapter 18, Problem 19CP

Summary Introduction

To analyze:

The effect of an elevated cortisol level on the blood glucose level.

Concept introduction:

The cortisol hormone is secreted from the zona fasciculata layer of the adrenal gland. The functions of this hormone include an increase in the rate of the synthesis of glucose and glycogen by liver and an increase in the metabolism of fatty acids in adipose tissues and skeletal muscles.