All the following hormones are secreted by adrenal cortex except_______________?
Correct answer: A. Estriol
- A. Estriol
- B. Cortisol
- C. Corticosterone
- D. Aldosterone
Explanation
The adrenal cortex secretes corticosteroids and small amounts of sex steroids, including androgens and some estrogens. Estriol is produced predominantly by the fetoplacental unit, so it is the exception here.
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