Multiple choice

The principal action of insulin in adipose tissue is to inhibit which of the following enzymes?

  1. Acetyl-Co A synthetase

  2. Hormone sensitive lipase

  3. Glycerol kinase

  4. Aldehyde dehydrogenase

  5. Lipoprotein lipase

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Activity of hormone sensitive lipase is inhibited by insulin, reducing the release of glycerol and fatty acids.