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What is the primary function of insulin in regulating blood sugar levels?

To stimulate the production of glucagon in the pancreas
To convert glucose into glycogen for storage
To increase blood sugar levels by releasing glucose from stored glycogen
To lower blood sugar levels by promoting the uptake of glucose from the blood into cells (correct)

What is the result of high blood sugar levels after eating a meal?

The pancreas releases glucagon to lower blood sugar levels
The pancreas releases insulin to lower blood sugar levels (correct)
The body stores excess glucose as glycogen
The body breaks down stored glycogen to release glucose

What is the role of glucagon in regulating blood sugar levels?

To stimulate the production of insulin in the pancreas
To increase blood sugar levels by releasing glucose from stored glycogen (correct)
To regulate blood sugar levels in conjunction with insulin
To lower blood sugar levels by promoting glucose uptake in cells

What is the location of the organ responsible for producing insulin and glucagon?

Behind the stomach (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of insulin on glucose levels in the bloodstream?

It decreases glucose levels in the bloodstream (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for abnormally high blood sugar levels?

Hyperglycaemia (D) Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the release of glucagon into the bloodstream?

Decreased blood sugar levels (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

To facilitate glucose uptake into cells (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the negative feedback mechanism in blood sugar regulation?

The maintenance of stable blood sugar levels within a healthy range (C) Signup and view all the answers

When does the pancreas reduce insulin secretion?

When blood sugar levels decrease due to the action of insulin (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the liver in blood sugar regulation?

To break down stored glycogen into glucose (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the negative feedback mechanism in the body?

To prevent excessively high or low blood sugar levels (B) Signup and view all the answers

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