Question

question 46 1 pts which statement about insulin and glucagon, hormones that regulate glucose levels in the blood, is true? insulin is secreted by the pancreas due to a drop in glucose levels a few hours after eating. insulin is secreted by the pancreas as a result of a rise in glucose levels in the blood after a meal. insulin and glucagon are both secreted by the pancreas due to a rise in glucose in the blood.

Explanation:

Insulin is released by pancreatic beta - cells when blood glucose rises post - meal to help cells take up glucose. Glucagon is released when blood glucose drops.

Answer:

Insulin is secreted by the pancreas as a result of a rise in glucose levels in the blood after a meal.