An Experiment Is Planned to Look at the Effect of Blocking

question 22

Multiple Choice

An experiment is planned to look at the effect of blocking the thyroid hormone receptor.Which of the following is a good technique to employ?

• A)phosphorylation
• B)methylation
• C)ubiquitination
• D)sumoylation
• E)all of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Sedative/Tranquilizer

These are drugs or agents that induce a calming effect, reducing excitement, irritability, or anxiety, and often used to facilitate sleep.

Brain Receptors

proteins on the surface of neurons in the brain that receive and respond to chemical signals.

Anxiety

A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Expectorant

A medication that helps clear mucus and other secretions from the respiratory tract, often used in treating coughs.