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glucagon Definition


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glucagon
noun
    1. biochem.
      A polypeptide hormone secreted by the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas, which accelerates glycogen breakdown in the liver, so increasing blood sugar levels.
Etymology: 20c: from glucose + Greek agein to lead.



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