mineralocorticoid
|min-er-al-o-cor-ti-coid|
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/ˌmɪnərəloʊˈkɔːrtɪkɔɪd/
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/ˌmɪnərəˌləʊˈkɔːtɪkɔɪd/
hormone regulating minerals
Etymology
'mineralocorticoid' originates from the combination of 'mineral,' referring to its role in mineral balance, and 'corticoid,' indicating its origin from the adrenal cortex.
The term 'mineralocorticoid' was coined in the 20th century as the understanding of adrenal hormones expanded.
Initially, it referred to any hormone affecting mineral balance, but now it specifically denotes a class of corticosteroids.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a class of corticosteroids, which are a group of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex, that influence salt and water balances (electrolyte balance and fluid balance).
Aldosterone is a well-known mineralocorticoid that helps regulate sodium and potassium levels in the body.
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