Asked by Namrita Dadwan on Jul 11, 2024
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The _______ of the pancreas produce glucagon and insulin.
A) islet cells
B) mellitus cells
C) diabetes cells
D) both a and b
Pancreas
An endocrine gland, located below the stomach, that produces digestive juices and hormones.
Islet Cells
The part of the pancreas that produces glucagon and insulin.
Glucagon
A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels, acting as a counterbalance to insulin.
- Acquire knowledge on the pathophysiology of diabetes and the approaches for its control.
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Zahra JEBLIJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The correct term for the cells that produce insulin and glucagon in the pancreas are islet cells, also known as the pancreatic islets of Langerhans. Mellitus cells and diabetes cells are not accurate terms for the cells that produce insulin and glucagon.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the pathophysiology of diabetes and the approaches for its control.