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A scientist tries to determine why a particular car is getting a much lower gas mileage than claimed by the manufacturer by systematically designing experiments to test possible causes for the problem. This is an example of
Autocrine Chemical Messenger
A signaling molecule released by a cell that binds to receptors on the same cell, leading to a response in the cell itself.
Prostacyclins
A group of lipid compounds that are synthesized by the endothelial cells of blood vessels and have potent vasodilatory and antiplatelet properties.
Thromboxanes
A group of eicosanoids known for their role in vasoconstriction, platelet aggregation, and blood clot formation.
Calcitonin
A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood by inhibiting bone resorption.
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