Which One of the Following Statements Concerning Protein Hormones Is

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Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements concerning protein hormones is correct?

• A) A protein hormone binds to a receptor within the cell or on the nucleus of the cell,thereby directly affecting protein synthesis.
• B) A protein hormone,once bound to its receptor,activates adenylyl cyclase,which leads to eventual phosphorylation of other cellular enzymes.
• C) The complex of protein hormone/receptor diffuses into the cell nucleus and has a suppressing effect on RNA synthesis.
• D) All protein hormones are bound to a transport protein to move through the circulation.

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