How does it lower blood glucose levels

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Assignment:

You are examining a patient who has had persistent elevated blood glucose (sugar) levels (over 200 mg/dl. Normal is below 140 mg/dl) over the last 6 months.

Which hormone is released in response to elevated blood glucose levels?

When this hormone is properly release how does it lower blood glucose levels?

What endocrine gland/organ is responsible for making and releasing this hormone?

Based on your answers, what conclusion can you come up with as to why your patient's blood glucose levels remain elevated?

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