Question

The hormone that reduces cellular glucose uptake and utilization is

• A. Glucagon
• B. Insulin
• C. Aldosterone
• D. Thymosin

Answer 1

The correct option is A Glucagon

A. Glucagon secreted by alpha cells of pancreas reduces cellular glucose uptake and utilization and helps in maintaining the normal glucose level in the blood.

B. Insulin is secreted by beta cells of pancreas promotes glucose uptake by cells and regulates the glucose homeostasis.

C. Aldosterone is secreted by adrenal cortex of adrenal gland controls water and electrolyte metabolism in the body.

D. Thymosin is secreted by thymus gland provides cell mediated immunity.

So, the correct answer is 'Glucagon'.