The primary component of the stress response in the HPA-axis is __________.
A) absolute reactivity
B) relative reactivity
C) catecholamines
D) cortisol
E) none of the above

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Cortisol is the primary hormone involved in the stress response as part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. It plays a crucial role in regulating various body functions in response to stress.

The Primary Component of the Stress Response in the HPA-Axis