Question

Insulin is secreted by _______

• A. Alpha cells
• B. Beta cells
• C. Delta cells
• D. Acinar cells

Hint:

Beta cells of the pancreas secrete insulin, while alpha cells secrete glucagon.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
The pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine functions. The endocrine part of the pancreas is made up of the islets of Langerhans.

Step 1: The islets of Langerhans contain different types of cells.

Step 2: Alpha cells secrete glucagon.

Step 3: Beta cells secrete insulin.

Step 4: Delta cells secrete somatostatin.

Step 5: Insulin lowers blood glucose level by helping glucose enter body cells. \[ \boxed{\text{Beta cells}} \]