Daily Archives: September 26, 2008

Effects of Hyperglycemic Hormones

Three hormones produced outside of the pancreas-epinephrine, growth hormone, and cortisol-all raise blood glucose levels.A catecholamine produced in the adrenal medulla, epinephrine increases blood glucose levels by stimulating gluconeogenesis and lipolysis, thus aiding in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and … Continue reading

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