Proposed mechanism(s) for hypoglycemic action of sulfonylureas:
a. enhancement of insulin release from pancreatic beta cells
b. increase of serum glucagon levels
c. All of the above
Ans: a. enhancement of insulin release from pancreatic beta cells
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