The hormone that opposes the action of glucagon and lowers blood glucose is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The hormone that opposes the action of glucagon and lowers blood glucose is:
A. Epinephrine
B. Cortisol
C. Insulin
D. Growth hormone
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Insulin lowers blood glucose by promoting cellular uptake and glycogen synthesis, opposing glucagon which raises glucose. Cortisol and epinephrine are counter-regulatory hormones that increase blood glucose.

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