Blood glucose levels must be carefully maintained within a narrow window. What endocrine organ is responsible for this task?
A. pancreas
B. pineal gland
C. pituitary gland
D. parathyroid gland
A. pancreas
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A. develop resistance rapidly B. are Gram-negative C. have no cell wall D. grow only within the cells E. possess penicillin-resistant PBPs