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Which of the following is primarily responsible for maintaining glucose homeostasis in the body?
Which of the following is primarily responsible for maintaining glucose homeostasis in the body?
- Digestive system
- Endocrine system (correct)
- Cardiovascular system
- Respiratory system
What is the primary function of insulin in glucose regulation?
What is the primary function of insulin in glucose regulation?
- Decrease blood glucose levels (correct)
- Increase blood glucose levels
- Inhibit glycogenolysis
- Stimulate gluconeogenesis
Which of the following conditions is characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels?
- Hyperinsulinemia
- Diabetes mellitus (correct)
- Ketoacidosis
- Hypoglycemia
What is the primary role of glucagon in glucose regulation?
What is the primary role of glucagon in glucose regulation?
Which organ is responsible for producing both insulin and glucagon?
Which organ is responsible for producing both insulin and glucagon?
What is the primary function of glycogen in glucose regulation?
What is the primary function of glycogen in glucose regulation?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by low blood glucose levels?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by low blood glucose levels?
What is the primary role of the liver in glucose regulation?
What is the primary role of the liver in glucose regulation?
Which of the following hormones is primarily involved in glucose regulation during periods of fasting or starvation?
Which of the following hormones is primarily involved in glucose regulation during periods of fasting or starvation?
What is the primary role of insulin receptors in glucose regulation?
What is the primary role of insulin receptors in glucose regulation?
