When eicosanoids bring about cellular changes within the cell from which they were formed, the process is called _________ stimulation

Fill in the blank with correct word.


autocrine

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In a taste bud, which cell produces a receptor potential?

A. Basal cells B. Sensory nerve fibers C. Supporting cells D. Taste cells E. Taste hairs

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The _________ produces the hormone melatonin.

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CRH is important because

a. it induces fetal cortisol production b. it results in fetal lung development c. it causes uterine contractions d. of reasons a and b e. of reasons b and c

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