Physiology A hormone acts to stimulate its neighbouring cell to divide. This hormone would best be described as belonging to which category of hormones? A Paracrine. B Autocrine. C Endocrine. D None of the above 💡 Explanation A hormone acts to stimulate its neighbouring cell to divide. This hormone would best be described as belonging to which category of hormones? ✓ Correct Answer: A. Paracrine.