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Question
Name the hormone produced by the following gland, giving one function:
Pancreas
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Solution
The pancreas produces the hormone insulin. One important function of this hormone is to help regulate blood glucose levels by promoting the storage of extra glucose in the blood as glycogen.
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Name the following:
The hormone secreted by β (beta) cells of the islets of Langerhans.
Identify the odd one in the following and mention what the rest is:
Give the Technical Term: Name the cells of islets of langerhans in pancreas, which secretes insulin and glucagon.
State the Location
Pancreas
Pancreas is a mixed gland in which:
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Reason (R): Insulin decreases blood sugar levels.
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Name the following condition:
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