The Specificity of Hormones Is Due to

question 109

Multiple Choice

The specificity of hormones is due to

• A)specialized hormone secretion
• B)molecular rearrangement at the site of action
• C)specific binding of hormones to plasma proteins
• D)specialization of target-cell receptors
• E)inactivation of hormones by the kidneys

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