DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
PANCREAS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Choose one which not the function of Insulin
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Convert glycogen to glucose
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Oxidise glucose for energy
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Convert glucose to glycogen for storage
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Process glucose uptake from body
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The function which was not performed by the insulin is to Initiate the conversion of glycogen to glucose. Insulin helps in glycogenesis, it is the process of glycogen synthesis, in which glucose molecules are added to chains of glycogen for storage.
Detailed explanation-2: -The major purpose of insulin is to regulate the body’s energy supply by balancing micronutrient levels during the fed state [30]. Insulin is critical for transporting intracellular glucose to insulin-dependent cells/tissues, such as liver, muscle, and adipose tissue.
Detailed explanation-3: -Insulin is a peptide, water-insoluble hormone that controls the uptake of sugar in various tissues. Thereby lowering the blood sugar level.
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