In most of its target cells, cortisol ________ glucose uptake and ________ protein metabolism.
A) increases; increases
B) increases; decreases
C) decreases; decreases
D) decreases; increases

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Cortisol decreases glucose uptake by cells to increase blood glucose levels and increases protein metabolism, leading to protein breakdown for gluconeogenesis.

In Most of Its Target Cells, Cortisol ________ Glucose Uptake