Exam 1 Corticosteroids

Question 1

Adrenal cortex releases many different steroids into circulation with varying biologic activity, Generally they are divided into: (3)

Answer 1

Glucocorticoids: effects on metabolism and immune function (e.g., cortisol)
Mineralocorticoids: salt-retaining activity (e.g. aldosterone)
Androgens

Question 2

these corticoids have effects on metabolism and immune function (e.g., cortisol)

Answer 2

Glucocorticoids

Question 3

these corticoids have salt-retaining activity (e.g. aldosterone)

Answer 3

Mineralocorticoids

Question 4

Secretion of corticoids is controlled by pituitary adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH or corticotropin) which is released in response to ________.

Answer 4

corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH)

Question 5

why can the Synthesis shift?

Answer 5

if a patient has a congenital abnormality with specific CYP enzymes and or if you give meds that could affect paths

Question 6

do we use fluorinated products on face?

Answer 6

no

Question 7

does hydrocortisone have fluorine?

Answer 7

no