The following points highlight the top four effects of insulin. The effects are:- 1. Effects on Carbohydrate Metabolism 2. Effects on Protein Metabolism 3. Effects on Lipid Metabolism 4. Effects on Tissue Growth. 1. Effects on Carbohydrate Metabolism: Insulin shows anabolic effects on carbohydrate metabolism by different ways: (a) Glucose transport: Insulin increases the glucose transport from extracellular fluid into [...]
The following points highlight the top three effects of glucagon. The effects are:- 1. Effects on Carbohydrate Metabolism 2. Effects on Lipid Metabolism 3. Effects on Ketogenesis. 1. Effects on Carbohydrate Metabolism: The hyperglycemic effects of glucagon are exhibited in several ways: (a) It enhances hepatic gluconeogenesis from amino acids by stimulating the enzymes of gluconeogenic pathways like fructose 1, [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Pancreas 2. Development of Pancreas 3. Location 4. Anatomy 5. Duct System 6. Histology and Cytology 7. Hormones 8. Disorders in Pancreatic Endocrine Function. Introduction to Pancreas: The pancreas is the second largest gland associated with the alimentary tract, consisting of exocrine and endocrine tissues. The exocrine part secretes pancreatic [...]