Elevated Cortisol may diagnose depression in children
Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex. It is usually referred to as the “stress hormone”. It is involved when the body is under stress or anxiety. It increases blood pressure and blood sugar and reduces immune responses. It also has other functions such as converting fat, carbohydrate and protein into energy. [...]
July 30, 2009 | Posted in Steroids Blog | Read More »

