11 Questions
Which hormone secreted by the pancreas reduces blood glucose level by stimulating glycogen storage?
Insulin
Which hormone opposes the metabolic actions of insulin?
Glucagon
What is the normal fasting blood concentration of glucose?
65-110 mg/dl
What can liver glycogen supply the body with after 18 hours of fasting?
Glucose
Which hormone stimulates the conversion of glucose into fat (lipogenesis)?
Insulin
What is the main source of blood glucose following digestion of carbohydrates?
Dietary carbohydrate
Which hormone is secreted from the suprarenal medulla and stimulates glycogenolysis?
Catecholamines (epinephrine & norepinephrine)
What is the function of growth hormone in relation to glucose uptake by cells?
Inhibits glucose uptake
During which state does the liver stimulate oxidation of glucose, glycolysis, glycogenesis, and lipogenesis?
Feeding state
What does the renal threshold refer to?
The level of glucose in urine
Which condition is characterized by a decrease in blood glucose below 40 mg/dl?
Hypoglycemia
Test your knowledge of blood glucose levels and glucose tolerance with this quiz. Learn about normal fasting blood concentration levels and the sources of blood glucose in the body.
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