One cause for insulin resistance in non-insulin dependent (Type II) diabetes is
A) insulin receptor up-regulation.
B) decreased insulin secretion.
C) decreased cortisol secretion.
D) insulin receptor down-regulation.
E) cortisol receptor up-regulation.

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Insulin resistance in Type II diabetes often occurs due to down-regulation of insulin receptors, which decreases the ability of insulin to effectively signal glucose uptake by cells. This leads to elevated blood glucose levels, which can further exacerbate insulin resistance.

One Cause for Insulin Resistance in Non-Insulin Dependent (Type II)