Card 25 / 84: Normal Anatomy and Physiology of the Endocrine System • Endocrine Control of Energy Metabolism – Glucagon
Answer:
• Secreted from ? cells when glucose levels fall • the opposite effect of insulin occurs • Breakdown of the stored glycogen • Gluconeogenesis (AA->glucose) • Lipolysis: additional FA as fuels ....Glucagon promotes catabolism and provides energy by acting on glucose, proteins AND lipids!
Previous Card | ← Previous Card Button |
Next Card | → Next Card Button |
Flip Card | Space-Bar |
|