Which of the following statements are correct?

a) Both cortisol and glucagon stimulate the process of gluconeogenesis.

b) Steroid hormones and iodothyronines require second messengers for their mechanism of action.

c) Somatostatin and vasopressin have the same source of production.

d) PTH is hypocalcemic hormone while TCT is hypercalcemic hormone.

see full answer

Your Exam Success, Personally Taken Care Of

1:1 expert mentors customize learning to your strength and weaknesses – so you score higher in school , IIT JEE and NEET entrance exams.

An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a, b, c and d

a and c only

a, b and only

b, c and d only

answer is B.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Best Courses for You

JEE

NEET

Foundation JEE

Foundation NEET

CBSE

Detailed Solution

Glucagon is a peptide hormone, and acts mainly on the liver cells (hepatocytes) and stimulates glycogenolysis resulting in an increased blood sugar (hyperglycemia). In addition, this hormone stimulates the process of gluconeogenesis which also contributes to hyperglycemia.

Glucocorticoids like cortisol stimulate gluconeogenesis.

Somatostatin and vasopressin are produced by hypothalamus.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity