What is the primary function of insulin?
Insulin promotes glucose uptake by cells and helps lower blood sugar levels.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 19: Chemical Coordination and Integration Endocrine Disorders
#blood sugar
3 public questions tagged with this topic.
Filter questions
Which hormone promotes the uptake of glucose by cells and lowers blood sugar levels?
Insulin, secreted by the pancreas, facilitates glucose uptake by cells, reducing blood sugar levels.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 19: Chemical Coordination and Integration Pancreas - Insulin Glucagon and Diabetes
Which hormone is secreted in response to low blood sugar levels?
Glucagon is secreted by the pancreas in response to low blood sugar levels, promoting glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 19: Chemical Coordination and Integration Pancreas - Insulin Glucagon and Diabetes