Glucagon
What is glucagon?
Glucagon is a hormone released by the pancrease that signals the liver to release glucose into the bloodstream.
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References:
- Boyle, Marie A., and Sara Long. Personal Nutrition, Seventh Edition California, Wadsworth College Learning, 2010. Pg. G-8.
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