Which hormone lowers the blood glucose level by promoting the uptake of glucose into body cells?
Answer
Insulin
The correct answer is Insulin — Select insulin as the hormone that lowers blood glucose.
Step-by-step solution
- Identify the hormone that reduces blood sugar level.
- Recall that the pancreas secretes insulin which facilitates glucose uptake by cells.
- Select insulin as the hormone that lowers blood glucose.
Common mistake: Confusing insulin with glucagon, which raises blood glucose.
Concept tested: Hormone action on blood glucose
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