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What characterizes the group of disorders known as Diabetes Mellitus?
What characterizes the group of disorders known as Diabetes Mellitus?
- High levels of glucagon secretion
- Low blood glucose levels
- Hyperglycaemia due to insulin resistance (correct)
- Normal carbohydrate metabolism
Which statement about normal carbohydrate metabolism is incorrect?
Which statement about normal carbohydrate metabolism is incorrect?
- Blood glucose levels are maintained between 4-8 mmol/L.
- Glucose can be oxidized to yield ATP.
- Glycogenolysis is continuously inhibited in muscle tissues. (correct)
- Insulin release is stimulated after eating complex carbohydrates.
How does prolonged fasting affect energy source preferences in the body?
How does prolonged fasting affect energy source preferences in the body?
- Brain cells solely depend on glucose for energy.
- Liver cells cannot metabolize fatty acids during fasting.
- Only glucose is utilized as an energy source.
- Fatty acids become increasingly important, while glucose use decreases. (correct)
What triggers insulin secretion from the pancreas?
What triggers insulin secretion from the pancreas?
Which metabolic process is inhibited by insulin?
Which metabolic process is inhibited by insulin?
What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?
What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?
Which energy source can cross the blood-brain barrier when blood glucose levels are low?
Which energy source can cross the blood-brain barrier when blood glucose levels are low?
In the context of carbohydrate metabolism, what role does glucagon play?
In the context of carbohydrate metabolism, what role does glucagon play?
What is the primary purpose of glycogen synthesis?
What is the primary purpose of glycogen synthesis?
What is the primary diagnostic criterion for diabetes mellitus when symptoms are present?
What is the primary diagnostic criterion for diabetes mellitus when symptoms are present?
Which of the following pre-analytical factors is NOT critical for accurate plasma glucose measurement?
Which of the following pre-analytical factors is NOT critical for accurate plasma glucose measurement?
What is the function of sodium fluoride in plasma glucose testing?
What is the function of sodium fluoride in plasma glucose testing?
Which statement regarding HbA1c formation is accurate?
Which statement regarding HbA1c formation is accurate?
Which of the following is the best indication of diabetes prevalence trends in socioeconomic regions by 2045?
Which of the following is the best indication of diabetes prevalence trends in socioeconomic regions by 2045?
Which statement about diagnosing diabetes mellitus with no symptoms is correct?
Which statement about diagnosing diabetes mellitus with no symptoms is correct?
Which glucose measurement must be taken two hours after a glucose load to confirm diabetes?
Which glucose measurement must be taken two hours after a glucose load to confirm diabetes?
What is a common complication associated with advanced glycation end products (AGE) formed in diabetes?
What is a common complication associated with advanced glycation end products (AGE) formed in diabetes?
What essential factor should be documented to ensure accurate interpretation of plasma glucose levels?
What essential factor should be documented to ensure accurate interpretation of plasma glucose levels?
Which test result is considered definitive for diagnosing diabetes when performed with no symptoms?
Which test result is considered definitive for diagnosing diabetes when performed with no symptoms?
What is the average lifespan of a red blood cell that contributes to blood glucose concentration measurement?
What is the average lifespan of a red blood cell that contributes to blood glucose concentration measurement?
In which units is Hb A1c now predominantly measured?
In which units is Hb A1c now predominantly measured?
Which of the following conditions can lead to a falsely low Hb A1c result?
Which of the following conditions can lead to a falsely low Hb A1c result?
What is the Hb A1c diagnostic threshold for diabetes mellitus in IFCC units?
What is the Hb A1c diagnostic threshold for diabetes mellitus in IFCC units?
Which maternal risk factor is NOT associated with gestational diabetes?
Which maternal risk factor is NOT associated with gestational diabetes?
What screening method leads to more women being diagnosed with gestational diabetes?
What screening method leads to more women being diagnosed with gestational diabetes?
What complication is NOT associated with gestational diabetes?
What complication is NOT associated with gestational diabetes?
Which factors can interfere with the measurement of Hb A1c?
Which factors can interfere with the measurement of Hb A1c?
What is a key factor leading to an increase in Hb A1c values?
What is a key factor leading to an increase in Hb A1c values?
Which of the following statements is true regarding gestational diabetes screening?
Which of the following statements is true regarding gestational diabetes screening?
Which lifestyle factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
Which lifestyle factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
What physiological change occurs in the pancreas in response to insulin resistance in T2DM?
What physiological change occurs in the pancreas in response to insulin resistance in T2DM?
What percentage of individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is likely to have a family history of the disease?
What percentage of individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is likely to have a family history of the disease?
Which characteristic is typically observed in children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) compared to those with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
Which characteristic is typically observed in children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) compared to those with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
What is a characteristic feature of insulin resistance commonly found in individuals with T2DM?
What is a characteristic feature of insulin resistance commonly found in individuals with T2DM?
Which laboratory test result is commonly found in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
Which laboratory test result is commonly found in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
Which screening method for at-risk women is recommended in Galway?
Which screening method for at-risk women is recommended in Galway?
What is a noted disadvantage of the 2-hour OGTT for pregnant women?
What is a noted disadvantage of the 2-hour OGTT for pregnant women?
Which clinical feature is most common at the presentation of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which clinical feature is most common at the presentation of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
What is the fasting glucose threshold that suggests impaired fasting glycaemia?
What is the fasting glucose threshold that suggests impaired fasting glycaemia?
Which antibody is particularly detectable in children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which antibody is particularly detectable in children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which risk factor significantly contributes to the development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which risk factor significantly contributes to the development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?
At what age does the peak presentation for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus typically occur?
At what age does the peak presentation for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus typically occur?
What is the consequence of having an HbA1c level that climbs from 34 to 48 mmol/mol?
What is the consequence of having an HbA1c level that climbs from 34 to 48 mmol/mol?
Which of the following is a typical glucose level at diagnosis for patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which of the following is a typical glucose level at diagnosis for patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which ethnic group has the highest risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?
Which ethnic group has the highest risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?
