A Type of Localized Signaling in Which a Cell Secretes

question 47

Multiple Choice

A type of localized signaling in which a cell secretes a signal molecule that affects neighboring cells is best described as which of the following?

• A) hormonal signaling
• B) autocrine signaling
• C) paracrine signaling
• D) cell-cell contact-dependent signaling

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