Glucagon
ATC Code
H04AA01
Glucagon
Definition
Glucagon (29 aa, ~3 kDa) is encoded by the human GCG gene. This protein plays a role in the regulation of blood sugar levels through the stimulation of hepatic glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
Also known as GCG, Glucagon, HG Factor, HG-Factor, Hyperglycemic Glycogenolytic Factor, Hyperglycemic-Glycogenolytic Factor — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC H04AA per NCIT
- NCIT NCIT:C2268 per NCIT
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Anaphylaxis | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Hypoglycemia | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Hypotensive disorder | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |