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The hormone that directly stimulates the hunger center is:
a. Ghrelin
b. Cholecystokinin
c. Insulin
d. Leptin
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16. The Endocrine System
Hormone Review Table
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Which hormone primarily regulates blood sugar levels by promoting glucose uptake into body cells?
A
Aldosterone
B
Insulin
C
Glucagon
D
Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
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Step 1: Understand the role of hormones in blood sugar regulation. Blood sugar levels are primarily controlled by hormones that influence glucose uptake and release in the body.
Step 2: Identify the hormone that promotes glucose uptake into body cells. This hormone helps lower blood glucose by facilitating its entry into cells for energy use or storage.
Step 3: Review the functions of the given hormones: Aldosterone regulates salt and water balance, Glucagon raises blood sugar by stimulating glucose release from the liver, Parathyroid hormone regulates calcium levels, and Insulin lowers blood sugar by promoting glucose uptake.
Step 4: Recognize that Insulin is the hormone that primarily regulates blood sugar by promoting glucose uptake into cells, thus reducing blood glucose levels.
Step 5: Conclude that among the options, Insulin is the correct hormone responsible for lowering blood sugar through glucose uptake.
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