_____ is a hormone secreted by the pancreas in response to decreased blood glucose

What is a major function of hemosiderin?

a. Enhances absorption of zinc and copper b. Protects the body against free iron release c. Transports iron from the intestines to the liver d. Recycles iron from old red blood cells to the bone marrow

Caffeine can lead to _____

a. increased heart rate b. decreased blood pressure c. decreased urine production d. weight gain e. dehydration

Which of the following statements is true?

A. Ghrelin is an enzyme that breaks down fat in the stomach. B. Fat cells produce leptin, a hormone that can reduce hunger. C. A positive energy state results in weight loss. D. Satiety is the feeling that drives a person to consume food.

What medications act to reduce the breakdown of L-dopa outside the blood–brain barrier?

A. COMT inhibitors B. dopamine agonists C. MAO-B inhibitors D. decarboxylase inhibitors E. anticholinergic meds