Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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What is the primary role of the hormone glucagon in regulating blood glucose levels?

To inhibit the release of glucose from the liver

To decrease blood glucose levels by enhancing glucose uptake by cells

To stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreas

To increase blood glucose levels by promoting glycogen breakdown in the liver

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Understand the role of glucagon: Glucagon is a hormone produced by the alpha cells of the pancreas. Its primary function is to increase blood glucose levels, especially during fasting or between meals.

Identify the target organ: Glucagon primarily acts on the liver, which is a major storage site for glycogen, a form of stored glucose.

Explain glycogenolysis: When glucagon binds to its receptors on liver cells, it triggers a process called glycogenolysis, where glycogen is broken down into glucose.

Discuss the release of glucose: The glucose produced from glycogenolysis is then released into the bloodstream, leading to an increase in blood glucose levels.

Clarify the physiological context: This mechanism is crucial for maintaining blood glucose levels within a normal range, especially when the body is not receiving glucose from food intake.