what is antagonism with reference to hormone functioning? give two examples.
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As the word suggests, antagonism with reference to hormone functioning refers to the counter effect of two hormones on the same body.
In simple terms, when one hormone’s effect is counter attacked by another hormone, they are said to have antagonistic effect.
Two examples are:
• Insulin and glucagon
• Parathormone and calcitonin
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Antagonism with reference to hormone functioning refers to the influence of two hormones on a particular metabolism in opposite direction for example insulin reduces level of blood sugar whereas glucagon increases the blood sugar level.
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