MEDICAL
PANCREAS
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Question
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Which hormone prevents the glucose levels from dropping to a dangerous point by stimulating the stored glycogen to glucose in the liver?
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Glucagon
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Gastrin
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Insulin
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Somatostatin
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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 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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