Which organ behind the stomach helps control blood sugar levels?

The pancreas plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels through its secretion of insulin and glucagon. Insulin lowers blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells, while glucagon raises blood sugar levels by signaling the liver to release stored glucose. This balance ensures that blood sugar levels remain stable, which is vital for overall health and energy regulation.

While the liver is also involved in glucose metabolism, it primarily serves as a storage site for glycogen and is not responsible for the direct regulation of blood sugar levels in the same way the pancreas is. The kidneys and spleen do not have a direct function in blood sugar control; the kidneys filter blood and produce urine, while the spleen is involved in the immune response and filtering blood. This makes the pancreas the key organ for blood sugar regulation.