Associations to the word «Glucocorticoid»

Wiktionary

GLUCOCORTICOID, noun. (steroid hormone) Any of a group of steroid hormones, produced by the adrenal cortex, that are involved in metabolism and have anti-inflammatory properties.
GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR, noun. (protein) a protein found in multiple forms within cells, which binds glucocorticoids and subsequently influences gene transcription

Dictionary definition

GLUCOCORTICOID, noun. A steroid hormone that is produced by the adrenal cortex of animals; affects functioning of gonads and has anti-inflammatory activity.

Wise words

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