Definition
corticosterone
noun
- A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex that regulates metabolism, immune function, and stress response in mammals.
Usage: biochemistry; endocrinology
Examples
- Corticosterone levels in the blood increase during times of stress.
- The adrenal gland secretes corticosterone to help the body respond to physical demands.
- Researchers measured corticosterone concentrations in the animals' saliva to assess stress levels.
- Corticosterone plays a crucial role in regulating glucose metabolism.
- The hormone corticosterone is essential for maintaining proper immune function in vertebrates.