Many of the Different Types of GPCRs in Humans Function

question 67

Multiple Choice

Many of the different types of GPCRs in humans function to ____.

• A) distinguish different volatile molecules for odor recognition
• B) regulate metabolism by sensing and responding to changes in glucose levels
• C) regulate liver function by responding to different macromolecules
• D) aid in memory by binding to neurotransmitters in the amygdala
• E) trigger the fight of flight response by binding to hormones in the hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Excretory Organ

Organs involved in the removal of waste products and excess substances from the body, including kidneys, liver, lungs, and skin.

Glomerular Endothelium

The inner lining of the glomerulus in the kidney, involved in the filtration of blood to form urine.

Filtration Membrane

A barrier that separates particles based on size, allowing some to pass while blocking others, specifically in the context of biological systems like the kidneys.

Podocytes

Specialized cells in the kidneys that wrap around capillaries of the glomerulus, playing a key role in the filtration of blood to form urine.