Which of the following is NOT true about insulin?
a. When blood glucose is high, insulin stimulates all cells to take up glucose from the blood.
b. Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas.
c. Insulin stimulates the synthesis of glycogen in both liver and muscle.
d. Insulin promotes the synthesis of fat in liver and adipose tissue if excess glucose is available.
Answer: a. When blood glucose is high, insulin stimulates all cells to take up glucose from the blood.
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