NEET2013ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationActual
Which of the following represents the action of insulin?
Options
- AIncreases blood glucose level by stimulating glucagon production.
- BDecreases blood glucose levels by forming glycogen.
- CIncreases blood glucose levels by promoting cellular uptake of glucose.
- DIncreases blood glucose levels by hydrolysis of glycogen.
Correct answer
B. Decreases blood glucose levels by forming glycogen.
Step-by-step solution
Insulin is released by the ' cells' in the islets of Langerhans in response to food. Its role is to lower glucose levels in the bloodstream and promote the storage of glucose in fat, muscle, liver and other body tissues. ' cells' in the islets of Langerhans produce another important hormone, glucagon, which increase blood sugar levels. Related Theory Type I diabeles is an autoimmune reaction that attacks cells in pancreas that produce insulin and is caused by inherited genetics or environmental elements. Type 2 dia