Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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Chapter 9 - The Endocrine System - Review Questions - Page 362: 21

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The mineralocorticoids are produced by the outermost adrenal cortex cell layer, whereas the glucocorticoids are produce by the middle cortical layer. The main function of mineralocorticoids is to regulate the salt concentration in the blood. It targets the kidneys to selectively reabsorb the salt. The main function of glucocorticoids is to promote metabolism by increasing the blood glucose levels.

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