When the Blood Glucose Level Is High, the Liver

question 169

Multiple Choice

When the blood glucose level is high, the liver:

• A)excretes amino acids
• B)synthesizes amino acids
• C)changes glucose to glycogen
• D)changes glycogen to glucose

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