Which of the following substances is synthesized in and secreted from the beta cells of the pancreas?
a. epinephrine
b. insulin
c. norepinephrine
d. glucose
b. Insulin is a hormone made and secreted by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas.
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The normal range of hemoglobin (Hb) levels in the adult male patient would be closest to:
A) 9.9-14.5 g/dL. B) 9.9-14.5 mg/dL. C) 14-17.4 g/dL. D) 14-17.4 mg/dL.
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Which of the following hormones increases the metabolic rate, heart rate and body temperature?
A) Thyroid hormone B) Follicle-stimulating hormone C) Growth hormone D) Insulin
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