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Which hormone does the body produce more of when trying to bring down high blood sugar levels?
Which hormone does the body produce more of when trying to bring down high blood sugar levels?
- Estrogen
- Insulin (correct)
- Glucose
- Cortisol
What is the condition characterized by high levels of insulin in the blood called?
What is the condition characterized by high levels of insulin in the blood called?
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypoinsulinemia
- Hyperinsulinemia (correct)
- Hypoglycemia
What can happen if the cells continue to be resistant to insulin over time?
What can happen if the cells continue to be resistant to insulin over time?
- The body will become more sensitive to insulin
- The pancreas will produce less insulin (correct)
- The body will become less sensitive to insulin
- The pancreas will produce more insulin
Which of the following is a consequence of the body compensating for high blood sugar levels?
Which of the following is a consequence of the body compensating for high blood sugar levels?
What is hyperinsulinemia characterized by?
What is hyperinsulinemia characterized by?
What can happen if the cells continue to be resistant to insulin over time?
What can happen if the cells continue to be resistant to insulin over time?
Flashcards
Hormone for lowering high blood sugar
Hormone for lowering high blood sugar
Insulin is a hormone that helps lower blood sugar levels.
High insulin levels?
High insulin levels?
Hyperinsulinemia is a condition with high levels of insulin in the blood.
Insulin resistance effect
Insulin resistance effect
If cells don't respond well to insulin, the pancreas might make less insulin.
High blood sugar compensation
High blood sugar compensation
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Hyperinsulinemia symptom
Hyperinsulinemia symptom
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Long-term insulin resistance consequence?
Long-term insulin resistance consequence?
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Study Notes
Blood Sugar Regulation
- When trying to bring down high blood sugar levels, the body produces more insulin.
Insulin Resistance
- Hyperinsulinemia is a condition characterized by high levels of insulin in the blood.
Consequences of Insulin Resistance
- If cells continue to be resistant to insulin over time, it can lead to Type 2 diabetes.
- The body compensating for high blood sugar levels can result in hyperinsulinemia.
Hyperinsulinemia
- Hyperinsulinemia is characterized by high levels of insulin in the blood.
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Quiz: Test your knowledge of Hyperinsulinemia and Insulin Resistance Think you know all about hyperinsulinemia and insulin resistance? Take this quiz to put your knowledge to the test! Learn about the causes, symptoms, and potential complications of these conditions, and discover how they are related to high blood sugar levels. Challenge yourself with questions on insulin production, insulin resistance, and the impact on overall health.
