PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What hormone lowers blood glucose levels?
A
glucocorticoid
B
insulin
C
glucagon
D
aldosterone
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Glucagon increases blood sugar levels, whereas insulin decreases blood sugar levels.

Detailed explanation-2: -Insulin therapy can sometimes be demanding, but it’s an effective way to lower blood sugar levels. If you have any trouble with your insulin regimen, such as difficulty avoiding very low or very high blood sugar levels, be sure to talk to your doctor to see if any adjustments need to be made.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tucked away behind the stomach is an organ called the pancreas, which produces insulin. Insulin production is regulated based on blood sugar levels and other hormones in the body. In a healthy individual, insulin production and release is a tightly regulated process, allowing the body to balance its metabolic needs.

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