Question

Insulin is produced by alpha cells of the pancreas.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

1. Pancreas is a leaf-shaped large gland present beneath the stomach in the bend of the duodenal loop in the abdominal cavity.
2. Pancreas is a mixed gland (both endocrine and exocrine gland.)
3. Insulin is produced by $\beta$cells of islets of Langerhans of the Pancreas.
4. Insulin increases the sugar uptake in various tissues (lowering blood sugar levels).

Final answer: This given statement is False.