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Glucagon is a peptide hormone produced by alpha cells of the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels. Its effect is opposite that of insulin which lowers blood glucose levels. The pancreas releases glucagon when blood sugar (glucose) levels fall too low. Glucagon causes the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose which is released into the bloodstream. High blood glucose levels stimulate the release of insulin.

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