EBK HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
EBK HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781260163049
Author: Fox
Publisher: MCGRAW HILL BOOK COMPANY
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Chapter 19, Problem 30RA
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The role of drugs binding to PPARγ receptors in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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Glucose is an essential source of energy production in the body through the process of cellular respiration. The blood glucose concentration has to be maintained within a normal range because excess or low concentration can result in physiological disorders such as hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.

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