NEET2016ZoologyBody Fluids and CirculationActual
Which of the following represents the action of insulin?
Options
- AIncreases blood glucose level by stimulating glucagon production.
- BDecreases blood glucose level by forming glycogen.
- CIncreases blood glucose level by promoting cellular uptake of glucose.
- DIncreases blood glucose level by hydrolysis of glycogen.
Correct answer
B. Decreases blood glucose level by forming glycogen.
Step-by-step solution
Insulin decreases the level of glucose in the blood. It acts by stimulating liver cells and muscle cells to take up glucose from the blood and convert it into glycogen. When the blood sugar level drops, the secretion of insulin is suppressed. When the blood sugar level increases, the secretion of insulin is stimulated.