Inflammatory responses can be controlled by a certain steroid. Name the steroid, its source and also its other important functions.

Cortisol is a steroid hormone which is secreted by adrenal cortex that produce anti- inflammatory responses and suppresses the immune response.

Functions of cortisolare:

• Stimulates gluconeogenesis

• Stimulates lipolysis and proteolysis

• Inhibit cellular uptake

• Helps in maintaining cardio-vascular system

• Helps in maintaining kidney function

• Stimulates RBCs production