Which represents action of insulin

Options

A. Increases blood glucose levels by stimulating glucagon production
B. Decreases blood glucose levels by forming glycogen
C. Increases blood glucose level by promoting cellular uptake of glucose
D. Increases blood glucose levels by hydrolysis of glycogen

Answer

B

Explanation

Insulin is synthesised by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas and control blood glucose level. These include -
* Acceleration of glucose uptake in the cells.
* Conversion of glucose into glycogen.
* Increase synthesis of fatty acid.
* Reduce speed of glycogen breakdown.
* Reduce speed of glucose synthesis.