Question

Which one of the following secretes glucagon ?

• A. Beta $\left(\beta \right)$ cells of islets of Langerhans
• B. Alpha $\left(\alpha \right)$ cells of islets of Langerhans
• C. Acidophilic cells of adenohypophysis
• D. Basophilic cells of adenohypophysis

Answer 1

The correct option is B Alpha $\left(\alpha \right)$ cells of islets of Langerhans

Glucagon is a hormone which is secreted by the alpha cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. It is directly released into the blood stream. Glucagon is involved in the activity of regulating sugar level in the blood.

So, the correct answer is option B.