Question : What are the functions of glucagon?

1.	Question : What are the functions of glucagon?
Answer» Solution :Glucagon is a POLYPEPTIDE hormone. It is a potent hyperglycaemic hormone that acts on the liver and promotes the breakdown of glycogen to glucose (Glycogenolysis), synthesis of glucose from lactic acid and from non-carbohydrate molecules (gluconeogenesis). Releases glucose from the liver cells, increasing the blood glucose LEVELS. SINCE glucagon reduces the cellular uptake and utilisation of glucose it is called a hyperglycemic hormone. Prolonged hyperglycemia leads to the disorder called DIABETES MELLITUS.

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