A medical assistant is reviewing diabetic teaching materials. Which of the following statements accurately describes the primary function of insulin in the body?
It stimulates the liver to release stored glucose.
It increases the reabsorption of water by the kidneys.
It aids in the digestion of fats in the small intestine.
It lowers blood glucose levels by helping cells absorb glucose.
Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar. Its primary function is to lower blood glucose levels by facilitating the transport of glucose from the bloodstream into the body's cells, where it is used for energy. The hormone that increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to release stored glucose is glucagon.
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