MCQ
The function of glucagon hormone is?
  • A
    To increase glycogenesis
  • B
    To decrease blood sugar level
  • C
    To release glucose from liver cells and glycogenolysis promotion
  • D
    To increase the absorption of glucose and fatty acids through cell

Answer

  1. To release glucose from liver cells and glycogenolysis promotion

Explanation:

Glucagon's role in the body is to prevent blood glucose levels dropping too low. It acts on the liver and stimulates the conversion of stored glycogen (stored in the liver) to glucose, which can be released into the bloodstream. This process is called as glycogenolysis.

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