Which of the following processes in the liver is NOT promoted or increased because of an increased secretion of glucagon by alpha cells in the pancreas?

a. Protein breakdown
b. Ketone synthesis
c. Glycogenolysis
d. Protein synthesis


Answer: d. Protein synthesis

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