What Effect Does Glucagon Have on Glycogen in Muscle? The Surprising Truth
                                
                                
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                                Over 75% of the body's total glycogen is stored in the muscles, but what effect does glucagon have on glycogen in muscle? The answer is none directly, as this hormone primarily targets the liver for systemic glucose release.