词汇 cortisol 在中文的含义

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cortisol

US /ˈkɔːr.t̬ə.zɑːl/
UK /ˈkɔː.tɪ.zɒl/
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名词

皮质醇

a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often called the stress hormone, that regulates a wide range of processes throughout the body

示例:
High levels of cortisol can lead to increased anxiety and sleep problems.
高水平的皮质醇会导致焦虑增加和睡眠问题。
Exercise is a great way to lower cortisol in the body.
运动是降低体内皮质醇的好方法。