Question

which of the following could explain why a person has consistently high blood glucose levels?
choose 1 answer:
a the pancreas does not release enough glucagon.
b the liver does not release enough glucose.
c the bodys cells take in too much glucose.
d the pancreas does not release enough insulin.
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Explanation:

Insulin is a hormone that helps cells take in glucose from the blood. If the pancreas does not release enough insulin, cells cannot take in glucose effectively, leading to high blood glucose levels. Glucagon (Option A) raises blood glucose levels when they are low. If the liver does not release enough glucose (Option B), blood glucose levels would be low. If cells take in too much glucose (Option C), blood glucose levels would be low.

Answer:

D. The pancreas does not release enough insulin.