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Glucose Metabolism Regulation

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What is the primary source of energy in all living organisms?

Amino Acids

Glucose (correct)

Fat

Protein

What is the consequence of too much glucose in the body?

Brain problems

Nerve damage

Osmotic water loss (correct)

Fatigue

What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

To increase glucose production

To regulate protein synthesis

To increase glucose uptake in nearly all cells (correct)

To decrease glucose uptake

What is the molecular weight of insulin?

5800 Dalton Signup and view all the answers

What type of receptors are insulin receptors?

Tyrosin kinase receptors Signup and view all the answers

What is a major activator of insulin release?

Increased blood glucose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of insulin in exercising muscles?

Promote glucose uptake and storage as glycogen Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone inhibits insulin secretion and promotes glucagon secretion?

Epinephrine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of glucagon in the body?

Prevent hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following hormones stimulates gluconeogenesis in the liver?

Glucagon Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of sympathetic activity on glucose regulation?

Inhibits insulin secretion and promotes glucagon secretion Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of exercise on fatty acid release?

Increases fatty acids Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of Type I Diabetes?

Lack of insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of cortisol on adipose tissue?

Activates lipolysis and releases fatty acids Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of glucagon on the liver?

Increases glucose release and glycogen breakdown Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for excessive thirst and urination in diabetes?

Polydipsia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for Type I Diabetes?

Insulin injection Signup and view all the answers