Cortisone

**Semantic type:** Hormone|Organic Chemical

**Definition:** A steroid hormone synthesized and secreted by the adrenal gland and necessary for life. It is involved with maintaining cardiovascular function, blood glucose balance, regulating the inflammatory response and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, and fat.

**Synonyms:** - 17,21-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,11,20-trione - cortisone