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प्रश्न
State whether the following statement is true or false. If false, rewrite changing the word.
Insulin is secreted by thyroid.
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उत्तर
This statement is false.
Explanation:
Insulin is secreted by the pancreas because the organ contains specialized clusters of endocrine cells called the Islets of Langerhans. The beta cells within these islets are responsible for synthesizing and releasing insulin, which is essential for lowering blood glucose levels.
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Pancreas is both an exocrine gland and an endocrine gland. Explain.
Give the Technical Term: Name the cells of islets of langerhans in pancreas, which secretes insulin and glucagon.
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Which endocrine gland and hormone is related to this condition?
State the exact location of the following structure.
Islets of Langerhans
Which hormone deficiency is responsible for the following?
Diabetes mellitus
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Name the following condition:
Overdose of insulin makes the diabetic patient unconscious.
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Name the following:
The condition caused by the oversecretion of insulin.
