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Glucagon and Its Mode of Action

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The two important hormones in pancreas are glucagon and ________.

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The two important hormones which are secreted by the pancreas include glucagon and insulin. Both hormones regulate glucose levels and insulin within the body.

Glucagon aids in eliminating glucose present in the blood.
Insulin tends to decrease the glucose level in blood.

So, the correct answer is insulin.

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