Translated version
Glucagon
Gland: Pancreas (islets of Langerhans). Function: Increases blood glucose levels by stimulating glycogen breakdown in the liver. Acts antagonistically to insulin.
Original version
Gliukagonas
Liauka: Kasa (Langerhanso salelės). Funkcija: Didina gliukozės kiekį kraujyje, skatindamas glikogeno skaidymą kepenyse. Veikia priešingai nei insulinas.
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