Which of the Following Occurs When Insulin Molecules Bind to Their

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when insulin molecules bind to their receptors on target cells?

• A)increased mRNA synthesis in the target cells
• B)minimal uptake of glucose by target cells
• C)phosphorylation of proteins in the plasma membrane in the target cells
• D)increased numbers of active transport molecules for glucose
• E)phosphorylation of proteins in the plasma membrane in the target cells and increased numbers of active transport molecules for glucose

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