Phil is a healthy college student.When he wakes up in the morning,he can't wait to eat breakfast.While he is asleep and before he consumes food or beverages,his pancreas secretes _____ to maintain his blood glucose level within normal limits.

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Glucagon is secreted by the pancreas when blood glucose levels are low, such as during sleep or fasting periods, to increase blood glucose levels by promoting the conversion of stored glycogen in the liver into glucose.

Phil Is a Healthy College Student