Which of the following correctly represents the functions of glucagon?

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Glycogenolysis-↑; Gluconeogenesis-↑; Cellular glucose uptake-↑

Glycogenolysis-↑; Gluconeogenesis-↓; Cellular glucose uptake-↓

Glycogenolysis-↑; Gluconeogenesis-↓; Cellular glucose uptake-↑

Glycogenolysis-↑; Gluconeogenesis-↑; Cellular glucose uptake-↓

answer is D.

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Glucagon acts mainly on the liver cells (hepatocytes) and stimulates glycogenolysis resulting in an increased blood sugar (hyperglycemia).

It stimulates the process of gluconeogenesis which also contributes to hyperglycemia.

It reduces the cellular glucose uptake and utilisation.

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