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How does an insulin receptor function?

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Dr. Robert Lang answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

Lets sugar into cell: The Insulin receptor opens a channel to allow glucose into the cells for energy to maintain their function.

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Answered 4/4/2016

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