A function of insulin is to
A)increase the uptake of glucose by its target tissues.
B)decrease the uptake of amino acids by its target tissues.
C)increase glycogen breakdown in the liver and skeletal muscle.
D)increase breakdown of fats.
E)increase gluconeogenesis.

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Insulin increases the uptake of glucose by its target tissues, such as muscle and adipose tissue, in order to lower blood glucose levels. Insulin does not decrease the uptake of amino acids, increase glycogen breakdown, increase breakdown of fats, or increase gluconeogenesis.

A Function of Insulin Is to