When the Beta Cells of the Pancreas Release Insulin into the Blood

Question

When the beta cells of the pancreas release insulin into the blood,
A) the blood glucose levels rise to a set point and stimulate glucagon release.
B) the skeletal muscles and the adipose cells take up glucose at a faster rate.
C) the liver catabolizes glycogen.
D) the alpha cells of the pancreas release glucose into the blood.
E) the kidneys begin gluconeogenesis.

Accepted Answer

When beta cells release insulin into the blood, it signals the skeletal muscles and adipose cells to take up glucose at a faster rate. This helps to decrease the concentration of glucose in the blood.