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Blood Glucose Regulation and Metabolism

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What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

To decrease blood glucose levels (correct)

To increase blood glucose levels

To store glucose in the liver and fat

To synthesize proteins and fats

What is the process called when glucagon, cortisol, catecholamines, and growth hormones increase blood glucose levels?

Hyperglycaemia (correct)

Gluconeogenesis

Hypoglycaemia

Glycogenesis

Where is glucose stored in the body after a meal?

Red blood cells and nerve cells

Brain and pancreas

Liver and fat (correct)

Muscle cells and kidneys

What is unique about the brain's glucose control mechanism?

It can absorb glucose from the blood at its own will Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of creating glucose from amino acids during fasting?

Gluconeogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of glucose control in the body?

To maintain blood sugar levels, store energy, and provide energy when needed Signup and view all the answers

Blood Glucose Regulation and Metabolism

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

What is the process called when glucagon, cortisol, catecholamines, and growth hormones increase blood glucose levels?

Where is glucose stored in the body after a meal?

What is unique about the brain's glucose control mechanism?

What is the term for the process of creating glucose from amino acids during fasting?

What is the main function of glucose control in the body?

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