Illicit Drug Use Involves the Use of Legal Substances

question 7

True/False

Illicit drug use involves the use of legal substances.

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Second Messenger

A molecule that relays signals received at receptors on the cell surface to target molecules inside the cell, amplifying the signal.

Enzyme Cascade

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Mineralocorticoids

A class of corticosteroids that are involved in regulating electrolyte and water balance by the kidneys.

Blood Volume

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