Nonpolar hormones can pass through the intestinal cell membrane without being digested, and therefore can be taken orally. What hormones might therefore be available as pills?

A. Thyroid hormones and steroid hormones
B. Insulin and growth hormone
C. Calcitonin and glucagon
D. Melatonin and prolactin
E. Oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone


Answer: A

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