GENERAL HISTOLOGY

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

ADRENAL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following does NOT deal with glucose in some form or another?
A
Insulin
B
Cortisol
C
Epinephrine
D
Aldosterone
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Aldosterone impairs glucose uptake in vitro in 3T3 adipocytes and is associated with reduced GLUT4 cell surface localization, and IRS1, P13K, and AKT phosphorylation (81; 82). Aldosterone may also impair insulin sensitivity by impairing normal adipocyte differentiation and function.

Detailed explanation-2: -Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid released by the adrenal cortex. It is responsible for maintaining electrolyte balance, body fluid volume, osmotic pressure and blood pressure. It has no role in sugar metabolism.

Detailed explanation-3: -Through its various hormones, particularly glucagon and insulin, the pancreas maintains blood glucose levels within a very narrow range of 4–6 mM. This preservation is accomplished by the opposing and balanced actions of glucagon and insulin, referred to as glucose homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Glucagon increases blood sugar levels, whereas insulin decreases blood sugar levels.

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