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Identify the hormone that increases the glucose level in blood.

Identify the hormone that increases the glucose level in blood. Correct Answer Glucagon

Insulin is released in response to the rapid rise in blood glucose level. On the other hand, the hormone glucagon tends to increase the glucose level in blood. These two hormones together regulate the blood glucose level.

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