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Question
Hormone secreted by islets of Langerhans.
Options
Insulin
ACTH
TSH
STH
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Solution
Insulin
Explanation:
Insulin is produced and released by the beta cells inside the islets of Langerhans (the endocrine part of the pancreas). It lowers blood sugar levels.
ACTH, TSH, and GSH are all hormones manufactured and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland, not the pancreas.
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