Question

The deficiency of insulin hormone may cause diabetes.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Pancreas:

1. The pancreas is a heterocrine gland that works as both an endocrine gland and exocrine gland.
2. The endocrine part of the pancreas is responsible for releasing two hormones called insulin and glucagon.

Insulin:

1. Insulin is a hormone released into the bloodstream by the endocrine part of the pancreas.
2. It is responsible for lowering the blood sugar level.
3. The deficiency of insulin causes a high level of sugar in the body.
4. This condition is known as diabetes.

Final answer: The given statement is false.