Which Membrane Does NOT Affect Drug Distribution

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which membrane does NOT affect drug distribution?

• A)intestinal wall
• B)capillary wall
• C)placental barrier
• D)blood-brain barrier

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Definitions:

Respiratory Center

A region of the brain stem involved in the regulation of breathing rhythm and depth.

Intracellular Enzymes

Enzymes that function within the cells to facilitate metabolic processes and biochemical reactions.

Sodium-Potassium Pump

A cellular mechanism that uses ATP energy to transport sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell, crucial for maintaining cell potential.

Parathyroid Hormone

A hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium levels in the blood, critical for bone metabolism, nerve function, and muscle contractions.