The MC4 receptor is activated by and inhibited by ________.
A) nicotine; amphetamine
B) agouti-related protein; NPY
C) alpha-MSH; agouti-related protein
D) insulin; glucagon
E) alpha-MSH; CCK

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The MC4 receptor is activated by alpha-MSH and inhibited by agouti-related protein. This is important for regulating feeding behavior and energy homeostasis. NPY, insulin, glucagon, nicotine, amphetamine, and CCK do not directly interact with the MC4 receptor.

The MC4 Receptor Is Activated by and Inhibited by ________