Insulin and Glucagon Work Together to Maintain Optimum Levels of ____

Question

Insulin and glucagon work together to maintain optimum levels of ____ in the blood.  
A) glycogen
B) glucose
C) alpha cells
D) thyroxine
E) digestive enzymes

Accepted Answer

Insulin and glucagon work together to maintain optimum levels of glucose in the blood. Insulin helps to lower blood glucose levels by promoting the uptake and storage of glucose by cells, while glucagon helps to raise blood glucose levels by stimulating the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and the production of glucose. Both hormones help to ensure that the body has a steady supply of glucose for energy production and other metabolic processes.