Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (7th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (7th Edition)
7th Edition
ISBN: 9780321981226
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 24RQ
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To determine: The reason that the secretion of both insulin and glucagon are necessary.

Introduction: The pancreas secretes insulin and glucagon. Insulin is a typical peptide hormone, which is synthesized as an inactive prohormone and activated before secretion.

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