Human Physiology
Human Physiology
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ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 11, Problem 4RA

Which of these statements about the hormone insulin is true?

a . It is secreted by alpha cells in the pancreatic islets . b . It is secreted in response to a rise in blood glucose . c . It stimulates the production of glycogen and fat . d . Both  a  and  b  are true . e . Both  b  and  c  are true .

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Which of these statements about the hormone insulin is true? a.It is secreted by alpha cells in the pancreatic islets. b.It is secreted in response to a rise in blood glucose. c.It stimulates the production of glycogen and fat. d.Both a and b are true. e.Both b and c are true.
Which of the following correctly describes the hormone insulin? a. It is produced by B cells in the pancreas. b. It increases glucose uptake by liver and muscle cells. c. It is a peptide hormone. d. It lowers blood glucose levels. e. All of these are correct.
Which of the following statements concerning insulin is NOT true?   a. Insulin can increase glycogen synthesis. b.   The presence of insulin can increase glucose uptake.   c. Insulin can increase the secretion of epinephrine. d.   It is secreted by the beta cell of pancreas.   e. Glucose in blood can up-regulate the secretion of insulin.

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