The trace metal present in insulin is A)iron B)zinc C)cobalt D)manganese
Option B) Trace elements play important role in Insulin metabolism. The relationship between diabetes, insulin and zinc (Zn) is complex with no clear cause and effect relationships. Several of the complications of diabetes may be related to increased intracellular oxidants and free radicals associated with decreases in intracellular Zn and in Zn dependent antioxidant enzymes.
