Which of the Following Activities Would Be Inhibited by a Drug

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following activities would be inhibited by a drug that specifically blocks the addition of phosphate groups to proteins?

• A) binding of G proteins to G protein-coupled receptors
• B) ligand-gated ion channel signaling pathways
• C) adenylyl cyclase activity
• D) receptor tyrosine kinase activity

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Definitions:

Sterile Needle

A needle that has been treated to destroy all forms of microbial life, used to prevent infection during medical procedures.

Moist Heat

A method of applying heat to the body or for cooking that involves the use of water or steam to transfer heat more effectively than dry heat.

Figure-eight Bandage

A bandaging technique used to provide support and limit movement, usually around joints, by overlapping the bandage in the shape of an "8".

Immobilize

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