Chapter 14, Problem 3CR

Which of the following statements about insulin is true? Insulin acts as a transport protein, cany in g glucose across the cell membrane. Insulin facilitates the movement of inti acellular glucose transporters to the cell membrane. Insulin stimulates the breakdown of stored glycogen into glucose. Insulin stimulates the kidneys to reabsorb glucose into the bloodstream.

_______________________________ is characterized by a severe reaction to foods containing gluten. celiac disease Crohns disease

The lack of adequate saliva due to the absence of or diminished secretions by the salivary glands is known as zerostomia. _____________________