A cell with membrane-bound proteins that selectively bind a specific hormone is called that hormone's ________.
A) secretory cell
B) endocrine cell
C) target cell
D) regulatory cell

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A target cell is a cell that has a membrane-bound protein that selectively binds to a specific hormone. This binding triggers a cellular response in the target cell, allowing the hormone to exert its effects on the body. Secretory cells produce and release hormones, while endocrine cells are specialized cells that secrete hormones into the bloodstream. Regulatory cells are cells that help to control or modulate the immune response. Thus, the best choice is C - target cell.

A Cell with Membrane-Bound Proteins That Selectively Bind a Specific