OBO ID: GO:0008211
Term Name: glucocorticoid metabolic process Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • glucocorticoid metabolism
  • glucocorticosteroid metabolic process
  • glucocorticosteroid metabolism
Definition: The chemical reactions and pathways involving glucocorticoids, hormonal C21 corticosteroids synthesized from cholesterol. Glucocorticoids act primarily on carbohydrate and protein metabolism, and have anti-inflammatory effects. 0198506732
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Ontology: GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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