Alarm reaction responses resulting from the hypertrophy of the adrenal cortex include:

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The adrenal cortex produces hormones such as cortisol in response to stress. These hormones result in an increase in blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia). Additionally, cortisol has an immunosuppressive effect which can lead to decreased immunity. However, cortisol can also decrease allergic responses, which is why it is sometimes used in the treatment of allergies. Therefore, all of the above choices are true.

Alarm Reaction Responses Resulting from the Hypertrophy of the Adrenal