Which hormone lowers blood glucose concentration after a meal?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Insulin
- Step 1: The pancreas detects high blood glucose.
- Step 2: It releases insulin, causing the liver to store glucose as glycogen.
Answer
Insulin.
Why not the others: Glucagon: this raises blood glucose. Adrenaline: this prepares the body for action. Oestrogen: this is a sex hormone.
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