Multiple Choice
Down-regulation may allow a target cell to
A) only increase its number of receptors for a ligand.
B) only decrease its number of receptors for a ligand.
C) only increase its binding affinity for a ligand.
D) decrease the receptors' binding affinity and increase its number of receptors.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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