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What role does the hypothalamus play in regulating blood glucose levels

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The ventromedial hypothalamus is a crucial nexus in the initiation of the glucose counter-regulatory response which is partially mediated via glucagon release by the pancreas. The arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus is preferentially implicated in fine-tuning insulin release

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