Multiple Choice
Which hormone is responsible for signaling the storage of blood glucose?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
Multiple Choice
Which hormone stimulates the release of sugar from the liver into the blood?
A
Insulin
B
Cortisol
C
Glucagon
D
Thyroxine
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Understand the role of the liver in glucose metabolism: The liver stores glucose in the form of glycogen and releases it into the bloodstream when needed.
Identify the hormones involved in regulating blood sugar levels: Insulin, glucagon, cortisol, and thyroxine are key hormones that influence glucose metabolism.
Examine the function of insulin: Insulin is responsible for lowering blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells and promoting glycogen storage in the liver.
Explore the role of glucagon: Glucagon is a hormone that stimulates the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose and release it into the bloodstream, thereby increasing blood sugar levels.
Consider the effects of cortisol and thyroxine: Cortisol can increase blood sugar levels by promoting gluconeogenesis, while thyroxine primarily affects metabolism but does not directly stimulate glucose release from the liver.
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