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Chapter 18, Problem 24RAC
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Glucagon is secreted by the alpha cells of the pancreas. Glucagon is known as the peptide hormone and is known as the fellow partner of insulin.
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CONNECT FOR ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY >IC
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