Paracrine Signaling Is Different from Other Types of Signaling in That

question 70

Multiple Choice

Paracrine signaling is different from other types of signaling in that the signaling molecule:

• A) is produced by endocrine glands.
• B) binds to a receptor.
• C) is secreted by neurons.
• D) is transported in the blood.
• E) acts on nearby cells.

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