The Second- Messenger Mechanism of Hormone Action Operates by

question 43

Multiple Choice

The second- messenger mechanism of hormone action operates by .

• A)binding to specific receptors and employing the services of G proteins and cAMP
• B)increasing the basal metabolic rate in the target organ
• C)synthesizing more of the hormone than is actually needed
• D)not responding to a feedback mechanism

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Definitions:

Widespread Epithelium

A term not specifically recognized in medical terminology but suggests epithelial tissue that covers a large or broad area.

Rare

Uncommon or infrequent in occurrence; something that is not found in a high frequency or quantity.

Gelatinous Consistency

A characteristic of a substance having a jelly-like texture, often found in various biological tissues.

Glycosaminoglycans

Long linear polysaccharides found in the extracellular matrix and cell surfaces, important for the structural integrity of tissues.