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[The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and genetic variants affecting its reactivity].
Genetika - 1 Aug 2011
Chistiakova N V, Savost'ianov K V
Abstract excerpt
The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis plays a primary role in the body response to stresses. Activation of the HPA axis results in the production ofcorticosteroid hormones that influence a wide variety of body functions, including immunity, metabolism, ion exchange, and behavior. A well-balanced regulation of stress responses is pivotal for maintaining intrabody homeostasis. The HPA axis is regulated at...
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