Write short notes on the functions of the following hormones: f) Insulin and Glucagon
Insulin and Glucagon – These hormones are discharged by the pancreas and help in the guideline of glucose levels in the body. Insulin assumes a significant job in the guideline of glucose homeostasis. It acts predominantly on hepatocytes and adipocytes (cells of fat tissue) and improves cell glucose take-up and usage. It additionally invigorates the change of glucose to glycogen (glycogenesis) in the objective cells. Glucagon assumes a significant job in keeping up ordinary blood glucose levels. Glucagon acts for the most part on the liver cells (hepatocytes) and animates glycogenolysis, bringing about expanded glucose (hyperglycemia). It likewise invigorates the procedure of gluconeogenesis which additionally adds to hyperglycemia.
