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Paper 4 structured question: Hormones

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The pancreas helps control blood sugar by secreting hormones.

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Function of glucagon

Glucagon is secreted by the pancreas when blood glucose is low to increase glucose levels in the blood.

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    Identify the organ that secretes glucagon.

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Paper 4 structured question: Hormones

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Glucagon secretion

Glucagon is a hormone secreted by the pancreas when blood glucose levels are low.

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    State the hormone secreted by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels.

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