Glucose Measurement Lab - Human Biology and Physiology

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What is the main function of insulin in the body?

Produce glucose

Break down carbohydrates

Control blood pressure

Move sugar from blood into cells (correct)

Which type of diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin?

Type 2 diabetes (correct)

Juvenile diabetes

Gestational diabetes

Type 1 diabetes

What causes Type 1 diabetes?

Lack of physical activity

Autoimmune attack on pancreas cells (correct)

Unhealthy diet

Insulin resistance

Which macronutrient is quickly turned into glucose in the body?

Carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

What are the two hormones responsible for controlling blood glucose levels?

Insulin and glucagon Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of people with diabetes have Type 1 diabetes?

10% Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between prediabetes and type 2 diabetes?

Prediabetes is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Signup and view all the answers

What do insulin-blocking hormones produced by the placenta cause during pregnancy?

Gestational diabetes Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is NOT commonly associated with diabetes?

Skin rashes Signup and view all the answers

When is the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) typically used?

To assess the body's response to a sugary drink. Signup and view all the answers

Which blood glucose test measures blood sugar levels regardless of the last time you ate or drank?

Random Blood Sugar (RBS) test Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for blood sugar levels in the Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) test?

Less than 100 mg/dL Signup and view all the answers

What does the Hemoglobin A1c test measure?

Percentage of red blood cells coated with sugar over 2-3 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)?

To continuously measure blood sugar levels and display fluctuations over time Signup and view all the answers

What is an important step in the procedure for using a glucometer?

Washing your hands to prevent contamination Signup and view all the answers

What supplies are necessary for using a glucometer?

Test strips, lancet device, and alcohol wipes Signup and view all the answers

How often does the Hemoglobin A1c test provide information on blood sugar control?

Over the past 2-3 months Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) from point-in-time tests?

CGM provides a more detailed picture of blood sugar fluctuations over time Signup and view all the answers