Asked by jessica marzuki on May 11, 2024

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Which of these hormones decreases blood sugar?

A) Aldosterone
B) Insulin
C) Cortisol
D) Glucagon
E) Estrogen

Blood Sugar

The concentration of glucose present in the blood, significant in the diagnosis and management of diabetes.

Aldosterone

A hormone produced in the adrenal glands that acts on the kidney. It causes the body to retain sodium and excrete potassium. Its role is to maintain blood volume and pressure.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into tissues.

  • Understand the roles and effects of different hormones on the human body.
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Emily MontealvoMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Insulin is the hormone responsible for decreasing blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.