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Which hormone is responsible for the regulation of blood sugar levels in the human body?
Insulin
Adrenaline
Thyroxine
Estrogen
Insulin
Insulin is a peptide hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets. It plays the primary role in regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism in the human body by lowering blood glucose levels.
Insulin is a peptide hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets. It plays the primary role in regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism in the human body by lowering blood glucose levels.
Insulin acts like a key that unlocks the cellular doors, allowing glucose from the bloodstream to enter and provide energy to the body's cells.
When blood glucose levels rise after food consumption, the pancreas releases insulin into the bloodstream. Insulin binds to specific receptors on target cell membranes, triggering cellular uptake of glucose and promoting glycogenesis in the liver and muscles to store excess sugar.
Produced by the beta cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas.
Deficiency or resistance to insulin leads to diabetes mellitus.
Works antagonistically with glucagon to maintain glucose homeostasis.
Regulation of daily blood glucose homeostasis
Exogenous insulin therapy for management of diabetes mellitus
Normal fasting blood glucose levels in humans typically range from 70 to 99 mg/dL.
Option B (Adrenaline) is the emergency/fight-or-flight hormone, Option C (Thyroxine) regulates basal metabolic rate, and Option D (Estrogen) is a primary female sex hormone.
A is correct тАФ Insulin is the primary hormone responsible for lowering and regulating blood glucose levels in the human body.
Railroad and competitive exams frequently test both the source endocrine glands and the specific physiological targets or dysfunctions associated with major human hormones.
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