Blood glucose concentrations can be maintained by hydrolysis of glycogen in the
A)liver.
B)skeletal muscle.
C)smooth muscle.
D)kidneys.

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The hydrolysis of glycogen to release glucose is primarily carried out by the liver. The liver can release glucose into the bloodstream when blood glucose levels are low to maintain normal levels of blood glucose concentration. Skeletal muscle can also store glycogen, but it cannot release glucose into the bloodstream to maintain blood glucose concentration. Smooth muscle and kidneys are not involved in the regulation of blood glucose concentration.

Blood Glucose Concentrations Can Be Maintained by Hydrolysis of Glycogen