Which of the Following Is FALSE Abut Peptide YY (PYY)

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE abut Peptide YY (PYY) ?

• A) decreases appetite and inhibits food intake
• B) is a protein produced in the GI tract
• C) is released proportional to the number of calories eaten
• D) occurs in higher levels in obese people

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