noun Biochemistry.
- a hormone produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland, instrumental in the regulation of sodium and potassium reabsorption by the cells of the tubular portion of the kidney.
noun
- the principal mineralocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex. A synthesized form is used in the treatment of Addison’s disease. Formula: C 21 H 27 O 5
isolated 1953, named with -one + elements of aldehyde, sterol.
n.
- A steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates the salt and water balance in the body.
- A steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates salt and water balance in the body. Chemical formula: C21H28O5.