Question

Glucagon is secreted by the

• A. Alpha cells of pancreas
• B. Beta cells of pancreas
• C. Adrenal cortex
• D. Adrenal medulla

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Alpha cells of pancreas

Glucagon is secreted by the alpha cells of the Islet of Langerhans in the pancreas. It plays an important role in maintaining blood glucose levels. Glucagon acts mainly on the liver cells and stimulates the breakdown of glycogen into glucose, resulting in an increased blood sugar.