Biochemistry
Biochemistry
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Author: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Owen M. McDougal
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 24, Problem 57RE
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The relationship between insulin, GLUT4 obesity and type II diabetes is to be explained.

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Type II form of diabetes mellitus is a metabolic ailment that is characterized by an increased level of blood glucose, insulin resistance, and a relative shortage of insulin.

Glucose Transporter Type 4 (GLUT4) is an insulin-regulated protein that transports glucose. It is present in the adipose tissues, cardiac muscles, and skeletal muscles.

Insulin is a peptide hormone secreted by the pancreas, while epinephrine (adrenaline) is a neurotransmitter and a hormone that is normally synthesized by the adrenal glands and some neurons.

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