Question

Glucagon is secreted by alpha cells of the pancreas.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

The alpha cells of pancreas secrete hormone glucagon. It is a peptide hormone playing a key role in maintaining blood glucose levels. It acts mainly on hepatocytes and stimulates the process of glycogenolysis (glycogen $\to$ glucose conversion) resulting in hyperglycemia (increased blood glucose level).

So, the given statement is 'True'.