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A steroid hormone which regulates glucose metabolism is

1. corticosterone
2. 11-deoxycorticosterone
3. cortisone
4. cortisol

Correct answer: cortisol

Solution

Cortisol is the principal glucocorticoid in humans and is a key regulator of glucose metabolism, promoting gluconeogenesis and maintaining blood glucose during stress. The other options are either less active precursors or not the main hormone for this role.

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