Question

Which hormone stimulates the process of gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis?

Answer 1

1. Glycogenolysis is known as the breakdown of glucose and gluconeogenesis is known as the synthesis of glucose.
2. Glucagon is the hormone that stimulates glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
3. Glucagon is secreted by the alpha cells of islets.
4. Islets of alpha cells belong to the Langerhans of the pancreas.
5. This hormone is responsible for increasing blood sugar levels by regulating glycogenesis and gluconeogenesis.