The element present in traces in insulin is:

Iron

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Cobalt

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Zinc

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Magnesium

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The correct option is C Zinc
The element present in traces in insulin is Zinc. It plays an important role in insulin metabolism and acts as an efficient antioxidant.
It increases the pancreatic insulin content and improves the glucose tolerance test. Zinc is considered to be the main component in the initiation and progression of insulin resistance and diabetes.

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