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Definition of Cortisol
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Cortisol: A metabolite of the primary stress hormone cortisone. Cortisol is an essential factor in the proper metabolism of starches, and it is the major natural glucocorticoid (GC) in humans.