What is the primary function of insulin?
a. to stimulate active transport of glucose into muscle and adipose tissue cells
b. to convert glycogen to glucose
c. to stimulate breakdown of adipose tissue
d. to increase breakdown of protein into amino acids
A
Insulin is a hormone produced and secreted by the pancreas. Insulin stimulates the active transport of glucose into muscle and adipose tissue cells, making it available for cell use.
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