Question

multiple choice question
which hormone is secreted by the pancreatic beta cells in response to elevated serum glucose levels, serves as an index of the bodys fat st

leptin

glucagon

insulin

cholecystokinin (cck)

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Leptin: Secreted by adipose cells, not pancreatic beta cells.
• Glucagon: Secreted by pancreatic alpha cells, raises blood glucose.
• Insulin: Secreted by pancreatic beta cells in response to high glucose, lowers blood glucose.
• Cholecystokinin (CCK): Secreted by intestinal cells, aids digestion.

So the correct hormone is Insulin.

Answer:

C. Insulin