12 Questions
What is the normal range for blood sugar level after a sugary liquid drink?
Less than 140 mg/dL
What does an A1C level of 6.5% or higher indicate?
Diabetes
What is the purpose of the enzyme peroxidase in the Glucose Oxidase enzymatic method?
To convert hydrogen peroxide to water and molecular oxygen
What is the wavelength at which absorbance is read in the Glucose Oxidase enzymatic method?
510 nm
How many times are the tubes shaken during the incubation period in the Glucose Oxidase enzymatic method?
Two or three times
Why is the test performed in triplicate in the Glucose Oxidase enzymatic method?
To generate accurate results
Which of the following hormones increases blood glucose concentration in response to stress?
Epinephrine (adrenaline)
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose level?
70 - 110 mg/dl
Which hormone is produced by the pancreas (a-cells) and increases blood glucose concentration?
Glucagon
What is the result of a random blood sugar test with a level of 200 mg/dL or higher?
Diabetes
What is the purpose of the oral glucose tolerance test?
To diagnose diabetes or prediabetes
What is the term for a fasting blood sugar level from 100 to 125 mg/dL?
Prediabetes
Test your knowledge of hormones that regulate blood glucose levels, including insulin, glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol. Learn about their sites of production, release, and effects on blood glucose concentration.
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