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the absorptive state is regulated largely by the hormone □, which is secreted in response to elevated blood glucose and amino acid levels.
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In the absorptive state (when nutrients are being absorbed after a meal), insulin is the key hormone. It's secreted by the pancreas in response to high blood glucose and amino acid levels, and it helps in storing these nutrients (like converting glucose to glycogen, promoting fat synthesis, etc.).
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