Steroid hormones can diffuse into all cells of the body; however, not all cells respond to steroid hormones. Why?

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Steroid hormones are lipid-soluble and can diffuse through the lipid bilayer of all cells. However, only the cells that contain specific cytoplasmic or nuclear receptors for the steroid hormone can bind to the hormone and initiate a cellular response. This specificity allows steroid hormones to have targeted effects in the body, despite their ability to enter all cells.

Steroid Hormones Can Diffuse into All Cells of the Body;