Steroid hormones from the adrenal cortex.
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   The adrenal cortex controls prolonged responses to stress by secreting
   corticosteroids.
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   Mineralocorticoids  such  as aldosterone promote reabsorption of water
   in the kidney, leading to increased blood volume and pressure.
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   Glucocorticoids  such as cortisol promotes lipid and protein breakdown
   to obtain glucose.