What is another word for glucagon?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˈuːkəɡən] (IPA) 
Glucagon is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating the liver to release stored glucose. Some synonyms for glucagon include hypoglycemia hormone, hyperglycemic hormone, and pancreatic hormone. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a related hormone that also helps regulate blood sugar levels, but in a different way. GLP-1 stimulates insulin secretion from the pancreas while also decreasing the amount of glucose released by the liver. Other terms related to glucagon and blood sugar regulation include insulin, glycogen, and glucose. Understanding these concepts is important for individuals with diabetes or other conditions that affect blood sugar levels.
