The Alpha Cells of the Pancreas Secrete

question 2

Multiple Choice

The alpha cells of the pancreas secrete

• A) glucagon.
• B) insulin.
• C) somatostatin.
• D) pancreatic polypeptide hormone.

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Definitions:

Colostomies

Surgical procedures that create an opening from the colon to the surface of the abdomen, allowing for the diversion of bowel contents.

Stoma

An artificially created opening in the body, such as for the discharge of body wastes, often related to procedures like colostomies or urostomies.

Loperamide

An anti-diarrheal medication used to reduce the frequency of diarrhea by slowing down the movement of the gut.

Antidiarrheal

A medication or treatment designed to stop or reduce diarrhea.