Immunosuppression may occur when ____.
A) serotonin and dopamine are released into synapses
B) corticosteroids and endorphins are released into the bloodstream
C) glutamate and GABA are released into synapses
D) oxytocin and other peptides are released into the bloodstream

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Immunosuppression occurs when corticosteroids, such as cortisol, are released into the bloodstream. Endorphins can also have immunosuppressive effects, but they are not a primary cause of the phenomenon. Serotonin, dopamine, glutamate, GABA, and oxytocin are not known to cause immunosuppression.

Immunosuppression May Occur When ____