In this article we will discuss about complementary interactions between insulin and glucagon. Role of Insulin: Insulin influences carbohydrate metabolism mainly in the liver and muscles. The binding of insulin with the receptor protein may reduce intracellular cAMP in the target cells either by depressing the membrane bond adenylate cyclase or by stimulating the membrane associated phosphodiesterase that destroys cAMP. [...]
In this article we will discuss about Calcium (Ca++). After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Need of Calcium 2. Roles of Calcium 3. Metabolism. Need of Calcium: Calcium is vital for animal life. In vertebrates, this divalent ion is present at various sites, including body fluids, ER and endoskeleton. The mineral plays an essential role in many [...]
In this article we will discuss about the role of different organs in carbohydrate metabolism. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Role of Pancreas 2. Role of Adrenal Cortex 3. Role of Adrenal Medulla 4. Role of Thyroid Gland 5. Role of Adenohypophysis. 1. Role of Pancreas in Carbohydrate Metabolism: Pancreas plays essential role in carbohydrate metabolism [...]