MICROANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

PANCREAS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which hormone prevents the glucose levels from dropping to a dangerous point by stimulating the stored glycogen to glucose in the liver?

A	Glucagon
B	Gastrin
C	Insulin
D	Somatostatin

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Glucagon is a natural hormone your body makes that works with other hormones and bodily functions to control glucose (sugar) levels in your blood. Glucagon prevents your blood sugar from dropping too low.

Detailed explanation-2: -Glucagon, amylin, GIP, GLP-1, epinephrine, cortisol, and growth hormone also affect blood sugar levels. There are other hormones other than insulin that affect the blood sugar levels in your body. It is important to know about glucagon, amylin, GIP, GLP-1, epinephrine, cortisol, and growth hormone.

Detailed explanation-3: -Glucagon is a peptide hormone, produced by alpha cells of the pancreas. It raises the concentration of glucose and fatty acids in the bloodstream and is considered to be the main catabolic hormone of the body. It is also used as a medication to treat a number of health conditions.

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