Which gland secretes the hormone glucagon that raises blood glucose level?

Step-by-step solution

1. Identify the hormone mentioned – glucagon raises blood glucose.
2. The hormone glucagon is produced by $\alpha$-cells of the Islets of Langerhans.
3. The Islets of Langerhans are located in the pancreas.
4. Therefore the gland that secretes glucagon is the pancreas.

Concept tested: Glucagon secretion

Published 28 September 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked

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