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moongchi

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on: Aug 20, 2018
One of the major functions of insulin is to:
 
  a. convert fat to glucose.
  b. decrease protein synthesis.
  c. stimulate fat breakdown.
  d. promote uptake of amino acids.

Question 2

Common complications of diabetes affect the:
 
  a. liver, pancreas, and spleen.
  b. kidney, eye, and nerve tissue.
  c. heart, liver, and brain.
  d. adrenal, parotid, and thyroid glands.


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Liamb2179

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B


moongchi

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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