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What is the primary hormone responsible for regulating glucose levels in the body?
What is the primary hormone responsible for regulating glucose levels in the body?
- Insulin (correct)
- Glucagon
- Estrogen
- Cortisol
Which of the following conditions is characterized by high blood sugar levels during pregnancy?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by high blood sugar levels during pregnancy?
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (correct)
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
What is the main difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in terms of pathophysiology?
What is the main difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in terms of pathophysiology?
- Type 1 diabetes results from an inability to produce insulin, while Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance. (correct)
- Type 1 diabetes is caused by insulin resistance, while Type 2 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder.
- Type 1 diabetes is characterized by excessive insulin production, while Type 2 diabetes leads to insulin deficiency.
- Type 1 diabetes is primarily a hormonal disorder, while Type 2 diabetes is driven by hormonal imbalance.
Which phenomenon is associated with rebound hyperglycemia following untreated nocturnal hypoglycemia?
Which phenomenon is associated with rebound hyperglycemia following untreated nocturnal hypoglycemia?
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In diabetes management, what do microvascular complications primarily affect?
In diabetes management, what do microvascular complications primarily affect?
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