10 Questions
What is the role of insulin in the body?
To help glucose molecules enter body cells
What happens to glucose molecules without insulin?
They cannot leave the blood and travel into cells
Which hormone is responsible for controlling blood glucose levels?
Both glucagon and insulin
What is the primary source of energy for body cells?
Blood glucose
Which organ is responsible for producing insulin in response to blood sugar levels?
Pancreas
What is the normal range for blood sugar before a meal in a healthy body?
70-130 mg/dL
Which of the following is a classic symptom of diabetes mellitus?
Increased urination
In which type of diabetes does the pancreas fail to produce insulin due to autoimmune destruction of beta cells?
Type 1 diabetes
What is the main form of energy for body cells?
Carbohydrates
What is gestational diabetes defined as?
High blood glucose levels in pregnant women without a previous diabetes diagnosis
Explore the role of the pancreas in regulating blood sugar levels through the secretion of insulin and glucagon. Learn about the consequences of insufficient insulin production or reduced sensitivity to this hormone in the body.
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