The Peptide Hormone Adiponectin, Produced in Adipose Tissue, Circulates in the Blood

question 42

Multiple Choice

The peptide hormone adiponectin, produced in adipose tissue, circulates in the blood and:

• A) enhances fatty acid synthesis in liver cells.
• B) increases the rate of \(\beta\) oxidation of fatty acids in muscle cells.
• C) inhibits glucose uptake and catabolism in muscle and liver cells.
• D) reduces the transport of fatty acids into muscle cells.
• E) stimulates gluconeogenesis in liver cells.

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