16 Questions
What hormones are responsible for releasing glucose via gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis in the post-absorptive state?
Glucagon and epinephrine
Which of the following is NOT a method of heat loss?
Shivering
What is the main thermoregulatory center in the brain responsible for controlling heat loss and gain?
Hypothalamus
Which of the following is a heat-promoting mechanism in response to temperature changes?
Shivering
What is the purpose of a fever in the body?
To enhance the healing process
Which of the following hormones is released to increase heat production in response to temperature changes?
Norepinephrine
What is the metabolic fate of fructose and galactose in hepatocytes?
Convert to glucose
During the absorptive stage, where is excess glucose stored?
Glycogen
Which hormone promotes the conversion of amino acids into glucose through gluconeogenesis?
Glucagon
What is the primary role of cortisol in metabolism?
Increase blood glucose levels
Which lipoprotein is responsible for picking up excess cholesterol from tissues and returning it to the liver?
HDL
What process must occur to obtain energy from fat stored in the body?
Lipolysis
Which hormone is released in response to stress and promotes an increase in blood glucose levels?
Cortisol
What happens to blood glucose levels when glucagon is released?
Increase
How are lipids transported in the blood plasma?
Bound as chylomicrons
Which hormone inhibits the breakdown of stored glycogen and promotes glucose conversion to fat storage?
Insulin
Explore the contrasting processes of glucose, lipid, and protein metabolism, along with the hormones involved in each. Learn about how hepatocytes rapidly convert fructose and galactose to glucose, the immediate ATP production, amino acid synthesis, glycogen synthesis, and triglyceride synthesis.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
