Insulin Binding to Its Receptor on Target Cells Results in

question 9

Multiple Choice

Insulin binding to its receptor on target cells results in

• A) increased active transport of glucose into the cell.
• B) glycogen breakdown within target cells.
• C) increased facilitated cellular diffusion of glucose.
• D) gluconeogenesis.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Division

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digestion functions, decreasing heart rate, and increasing intestinal activity.

Preganglionic Neurons

are neurons originating in the central nervous system that extend to autonomic ganglia, communicating signals to postganglionic neurons outside the central nervous system.

Pelvic Splanchnic Nerves

Nerves that arise from the sacral spinal cord, innervating the lower abdomen, pelvis, and contributing to the function of urinary and reproductive organs.

Parasympathetic Division

A division of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy by slowing the heart rate and increasing digestive and glandular activities.