mineralocorticoid
[ min-er-uh-loh-kawr-ti-koid ]
/ ˌmɪn ər ə loʊˈkɔr tɪˌkɔɪd /
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noun
Biochemistry. any of a group of corticosteroid hormones, synthesized by the adrenal cortex, that regulate the excretion or reabsorption of sodium and potassium by the kidneys, salivary glands, and sweat glands.
Pharmacology. any of various natural or synthetic drugs having mineralocorticoid activity.
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Origin of mineralocorticoid
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British Dictionary definitions for mineralocorticoid
mineralocorticoid
/ (ˌmɪnərələʊˈkɔːtɪˌkɔɪd) /
noun
any corticosteroid that controls electrolyte and water balance, esp by promoting retention of sodium by the kidney tubules
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Medical definitions for mineralocorticoid
mineralocorticoid
[ mĭn′ər-ə-lō-kôr′tĭ-koid′ ]
n.
Any of a group of steroid hormones that are secreted by the adrenal cortex and regulate the balance of water and electrolytes in the body.
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