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 lipids.
E) increase gluconeogenesis.

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Insulin is a hormone that promotes the uptake of glucose by its target tissues, such as muscle and fat cells, to lower blood glucose levels. It facilitates the storage of glucose as glycogen in the liver and muscle and inhibits gluconeogenesis, glycogen breakdown, and lipolysis.

A Function of Insulin Is to