If the Adrenal Cortex Were Surgically Removed, an Increase in the Plasma

question 47

Multiple Choice

If the adrenal cortex were surgically removed, an increase in the plasma levels of ________ would likely be observed.

• A) glucocorticoid hormones
• B) adrenaline
• C) adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
• D) acetylcholine

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