Match hormone with correct characteristic
-Is secreted by pancreatic alpha cells.
A)ACTH
B)aldosterone
C)calcitonin
D)cortisol
E)DHEA
F)epinephrine
G)glucagon
H)insulin
I)parathyroid hormone
J)thyroid hormone
K)vitamin D

Question

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Glucagon is secreted by pancreatic alpha cells and increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose and release it into the bloodstream.

Answer: H
 Insulin is secreted by pancreatic beta cells and decreases blood glucose levels by promoting glucose uptake into cells and storage as glycogen in the liver and muscles.

Answer: J
 Thyroid hormone is secreted by the thyroid gland and regulates metabolism, growth, and development of body tissues.

Answer: K
 Vitamin D is a hormone that is synthesized in the skin in response to sunlight and regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism in the body.

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