Insulin and glucagon are produced by the _______

« previous next »

Author Question: Insulin and glucagon are produced by the ________. (Read 80 times)

PhilipSeeMore

Hero Member
Posts: 561

on: Apr 1, 2019

Insulin and glucagon are produced by the ________.

◦

pancreas

◦

thymus

◦

adrenal cortex

◦

None of the above

Anatomy, Physiology, and Disease: An Interactive Journey for Health Professions ¦ Colbert, Ankney, Lee ¦ 2^nd Edition

Buy Test-Bank

sultansheikh

Sr. Member
Posts: 335

Reply #1 on: Apr 1, 2019

pancreas

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

« previous next »

Did you know?

Prostaglandins were first isolated from human semen in Sweden in the 1930s. They were so named because the researcher thought that they came from the prostate gland. In fact, prostaglandins exist and are synthesized in almost every cell of the body.

Did you know?

Over time, chronic hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus infections can progress to advanced liver disease, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Unlike other forms, more than 80% of hepatitis C infections become chronic and lead to liver disease. When combined with hepatitis B, hepatitis C now accounts for 75% percent of all cases of liver disease around the world. Liver failure caused by hepatitis C is now leading cause of liver transplants in the United States.

Did you know?

Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.

Did you know?

Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.

Did you know?

There can actually be a 25-hour time difference between certain locations in the world. The International Date Line passes between the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. It is not a straight line, but "zig-zags" around various island chains. Therefore, Samoa and nearby islands have one date, while American Samoa and nearby islands are one day behind. Daylight saving time is used in some islands, but not in others—further shifting the hours out of sync with natural time.