Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Activates What Signal Transduction Mechanism Within the Follicle

question 150

Multiple Choice

Thyroid stimulating hormone activates what signal transduction mechanism within the follicle cell that will result in the release of thyroid hormone?

• A)cAMP
• B)diacylglycerol
• C)cGMP
• D)opening of ligand- gated calcium channels
• E)inositol triphosphate

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Definitions:

Receptors

Biological molecules or structures on the surface of cells that bind to specific molecules, leading to a response within the cell.

Stimuli

External or internal changes that affect the sensory organs and elicit responses from an organism or a biological system.

Nociception

Perception of pain, temperature, and itch.

Perception

The process by which organisms interpret and organize sensation to produce a meaningful experience of the world.