How Is Glucose Uptake in the Periphery Blocked During Shock

question 20

Multiple Choice

How is glucose uptake in the periphery blocked during shock?

• A) By increased levels of insulin
• B) By decreased levels of cortisol
• C) By decreased levels of incretins
• D) By increased levels of norepinephrine

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