6.5.2.2 - Glucagon
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Practice Questions
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What is the function of glucagon?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when glucose levels drop.
Where is glucagon produced?
💡 Hint: Recall the parts of the pancreas.
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What hormone is secreted by pancreatic alpha cells to raise blood glucose?
💡 Hint: It's the opposite of insulin.
Does glucagon promote gluconeogenesis?
💡 Hint: Think about glucagon's role when energy is needed.
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Discuss the physiological and biochemical impact of glucagon in the context of prolonged fasting.
💡 Hint: Consider how the body conserves energy and sustains function.
Evaluate how glucagon's function might change in a person with Type 1 diabetes versus a healthy individual.
💡 Hint: Think about the interplay of glucagon and insulin in regulating blood sugar.
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