Regulation of Blood Glucose Concentration (AQA A-Level Biology): Flashcards

$5 \text{ mmol dm}^{-3}$

α cells (in pancreatic islets of Langerhans)

β cells (in pancreatic islets of Langerhans)

Conversion of glucose to glycogen

Breakdown of glycogen to glucose

Production of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources

Pancreas

Antagonistic (opposite effects)

Adrenal glands

Negative feedback