In this video, I review the different enzymes and steps seen in the synthesis of cortisol!
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Sources Used:
Textbook: Boron and Boulpaep "Medical Physiology", 3rd Edition, "Chapter 50: The Adrenal Gland", Section Title: "The adrenal zona fasciculata converts cholesterol to cortisol", Chapter Author: Eugene J. Barrett, pgs. 10191021.
Songs Used:
Intro and Outro: "Wrong" by Dan Henig
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