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tingc95

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Partial thromboplastin time measures the time it takes for blood plasma to clot after adding a lipid substance and calcium.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Glucocorticoids serve all of the following functions EXCEPT:
 
  A. They inhibit protein synthesis and promote the breakdown of body proteins. B. They act at multiple sites to suppress the inflammatory reaction. C. They regulate electrolyte and water balance by promoting absorption of sodium and water and excretion of potassium by the renal tubules. D. They raise the blood glucose by decreasing utilization in many tissues, except the brain, and promote fat breakdown.



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Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

C



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