All of the following hormones have receptors on the cell surface, EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: Thyroxine
Description: Hormones act on their specific receptors located on or within their target cells. Receptor activation by hormones is translated into response in a variety of ways. Thyroxine hormone has its receptor within the nucleus. This hormone penetrates the nucleus -> combines with its receptor --> alter DNA-RNA mediated protein synthesis. Ref: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 5th Edition, Page 214
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