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Explain how the liver regulates blood glucose levels and the functions of insulin and glucagon in this process.

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Explain how the liver regulates blood glucose levels and the functions of insulin and glucagon in this process

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Blood Glucose Regulation by the Liver

The liver helps maintain blood glucose levels by storing glucose as glycogen or releasing glucose when needed. Insulin and glucagon are hormones involved in this process.

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Describe how insulin affects blood glucose levels and the liver.
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