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. 1975 Sep 15;31(9):1097-8.
doi: 10.1007/BF02326980.

Effect of insulin on the glucose uptake of protozoa

G Csaba, T Lantos

Effect of insulin on the glucose uptake of protozoa

G Csaba et al. Experientia. .

Abstract

Insulin stimulates the glucose uptake of Tetrahymena pyriformis. This shows the presence of insulin receptors in Tetrahymena, consequently receptors may be present in a level of phylogenesis, where the natural contact between the given hormone and the cell is unnecessary and impossible.

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