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What are mineralocorticoids?


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Mineralocorticoids:

  1. Mineralocorticoids are steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex that maintain electrolyte balance in the body.
  2. The cortex and medulla are the two components of the adrenal gland.
  3. The corticosteroids are hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex, which serves as an endocrine organ.
  4. Corticosteroids are steroid hormones that are divided into two groups: glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids.
  5. The retention of sodium ions is aided by mineralocorticoids.
  6. It aids in the control of electrolytes in our bodies.
  7. Aldosterone is a major mineralocorticoid.
  8. It holds on to sodium and fluid while excreting potassium.

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