When the Concentration of Glucose in the Blood is Too

Question

When the concentration of glucose in the blood is too high, _______.
A) beta cells secrete more insulin
B) alpha cells secrete more glucagon
C) the adrenal medulla releases more cortisol
D) the hypothalamus responds to positive feedback by secreting more releasing hormones

Accepted Answer

When the concentration of glucose in the blood is too high, beta cells in the pancreas secrete more insulin to signal cells to take up glucose from the bloodstream and bring it into cells for energy or storage.