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sammy

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on: Sep 23, 2013
When the beta cells of the pancreas release insulin into the blood,
A) the blood glucose levels rise to a set point and stimulate glucagon release.
B) the skeletal muscles and the adipose cells take up glucose at a faster rate.
C) the liver catabolizes glycogen.
D) the alpha cells of the pancreas release glucose into the blood.
E) the kidneys begin gluconeogenesis.


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Reply #1 on: Sep 25, 2013
For sure it has to be B Mark as solved once you're done!


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Reply #2 on: Sep 27, 2013
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