If the adrenal cortex were surgically removed, an increase in the plasma levels of ________ would likely be observed.
A) glucocorticoid hormones
B) adrenaline
C) adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
D) acetylcholine

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The removal of the adrenal cortex would lead to decreased production of glucocorticoids, which would result in increased secretion of ACTH from the pituitary gland due to lack of negative feedback.

If the Adrenal Cortex Were Surgically Removed, an Increase in the Plasma