Another mutant version of IR has been discovered. This version is associated with cancer and other diseases. Shown below is the binding curve of the normal (non-mutant) and mutant IR receptors. From these curves, speculate whether this mutant has a higher or lower affinity for insulin.
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Look at the point where the curves intersect the x-axis, which represents the concentration of insulin needed for half-maximal binding (Kd). Show more…
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