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Function of somatostatin is to...

Function of somatostatin is to

A

Stiulates glucagon release while inhibits insulin release

B

stimulates release of insulin and glucagon

C

inhibits release of insulin and glucagon

D

inhibits glucagon release while stimulates insulin release

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The correct Answer is:
C
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