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What is the main function of the exocrine cells in the pancreas?
What is the main function of the exocrine cells in the pancreas?
- Secrete glucagon to increase blood sugar levels
- Secrete insulin to lower blood sugar levels
- Secrete digestive enzymes (correct)
- Secrete somatostatin to inhibit glucagon secretion
Which hormone is associated with lowering blood sugar levels?
Which hormone is associated with lowering blood sugar levels?
- Somatostatin
- Adrenaline
- Glucagon
- Insulin (correct)
What is the role of glucagon in the body?
What is the role of glucagon in the body?
- Stimulates manufacture of amino acids into protein
- Lowers blood sugar level
- Increases blood sugar level (correct)
- Inhibits breakdown of proteins in cells
In what form does insulin mainly store excess carbohydrates?
In what form does insulin mainly store excess carbohydrates?
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What is the main function of insulin in promoting amino acid uptake by cells?
What is the main function of insulin in promoting amino acid uptake by cells?
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