Control of Blood Glucose Levels Flashcards
How is GLUCOSE stored in the liver?
As GLYCOGEN - as long chain of glucose molecules joined together
How does insulin lower the blood glucose level?
It causes glucose to be converted into glycogen in the liver
How does glucagon raise the blood glucose level?
It causes glycogen to be converted into glucose in the liver
Which organ releases insulin and glucagon?
the pancreas
Which two hormones control blood glucose levels?
insulin and glucagon
Which hormone is released when blood glucose levels are lower than normal?
glucagon
What is glycogen made up of?
long chains of glucose molecules joined together
What is the function of insulin?
to lower blood glucose levels
What is the function of glucagon?
to cause glycogen to be converted into glucose to raise blood glucose level
