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Stress Hormone Clearance

Meaning

The physiological process of deactivating and eliminating circulating stress hormones, primarily cortisol and catecholamines, from the bloodstream and body tissues, primarily via hepatic metabolism and renal excretion. Efficient clearance is essential for terminating the acute stress response and preventing the detrimental effects of chronic hypercortisolemia on metabolic, immune, and cognitive health. Clinical support for this process often targets liver enzyme function and detoxification pathways.