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Glucoregulatory Hormones

Meaning

Glucoregulatory Hormones are a collective group of endocrine signaling molecules responsible for maintaining blood glucose concentration within a narrow, physiological range. This precise regulation is paramount for providing constant energy to the brain and preventing systemic metabolic stress, such as hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Key hormones in this system include insulin, which lowers blood glucose, and counter-regulatory hormones like glucagon, cortisol, and epinephrine, which raise it. Imbalances in these hormones are central to conditions like insulin resistance and diabetes.