Which hormones are referred to as the 'hormones of Fight or Flight'?
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Correct answer: Adrenaline and Noradrenaline
Adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine) are secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress. They rapidly increase alertness, pupillary dilation, heart rate, and breakdown of glycogen.
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