High Circulating Levels of Cortisol Has Been Reported to Depress

question 25

Multiple Choice

High circulating levels of cortisol has been reported to depress immune function in several ways including:

• A)inhibit the function of cytokines.
• B)suppress natural killer cell function.
• C)depress the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines.
• D)both A and B are correct

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Definitions:

Symphysis

A type of cartilaginous joint where the bones are joined by fibrocartilage, providing slight movement and acting as a shock absorber.

Superior Surface

The uppermost part or face of an object, often referring to anatomy where it denotes the topmost aspect of a structure.

Rectus Abdominis

A long muscle of the anterior abdominal wall that helps flex the spine and maintain posture.

Transverses Abdominis

A muscle layer of the anterior and lateral abdominal walls which is deep to (beneath) the internal oblique muscle.