Pancreas, Insulin, and Glucose Regulation

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What is the main treatment for Type 1 diabetes?

Increasing the intake of simple carbohydrates

Increasing fat intake

Limiting the intake of simple carbohydrates (correct)

Reducing water consumption

What is a common effect of Type 1 diabetes on the body?

Reduced insulin levels

Decreased thirst levels

Decreased blood glucose levels

Increased urine production (correct)

Which organ is primarily affected in Type 1 diabetes?

Heart

Liver

Kidneys

Pancreas (correct)

What role does insulin play in the body?

Reduces blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

How is glucagon involved in blood glucose regulation?

It increases blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a risk factor for Type 2 diabetes?

Obesity Signup and view all the answers

Which gland is responsible for secreting insulin to control blood glucose levels?

Adrenal gland Signup and view all the answers

What hormone is secreted by the adrenal gland and is involved in the 'fight or flight' response?

Insulin Signup and view all the answers

Which organ is involved in the production of sperm and secretes testosterone?

Ovary Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of insulin in the body?

Control metabolic rate Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for controlling the metabolic rate, heart rate, and temperature?

Testosterone Signup and view all the answers

In diabetes type 1, which of the following is impaired?

Secretion of adrenaline Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of insulin when blood glucose levels are too high?

Move glucose from the blood into muscle cells for respiration Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is produced by the pancreas when blood glucose levels decrease?

Glucagon Signup and view all the answers

How does glucagon affect the liver cells?

Break down glycogen into glucose in the liver Signup and view all the answers

In diabetes type 1, what is the main issue related to blood glucose control?

Lack of insulin production by the pancreas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of glycogen in the liver during blood glucose regulation?

Store excess glucose for future use Signup and view all the answers

How do insulin and glucagon work together to regulate blood glucose levels?

They have opposite effects, balancing each other out in a feedback loop Signup and view all the answers