Cortisol secretion is regulated by a complex feedback system where stress triggers the hypothalamus to release corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF), which stimulates the pituitary to release adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which in turn stimulates the adrenal glands to secrete cortisol.

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Referenced by nodes (8)

• stress concept
• pituitary gland concept
• cortisol concept
• hypothalamus concept
• adrenal gland concept
• adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) concept
• feedback loop concept
• corticotropin-releasing hormone concept