Why Can't Insulin Be Taken Orally

question 11

Multiple Choice

Why can't insulin be taken orally?

• A) It does not taste very good.
• B) Enzymes in the saliva break it down.
• C) Hydrolysis of insulin occurs in the stomach.
• D) It is not possible to store insulin.
• E) All of the above

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