The Complex Functions of the Liver

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When does the liver convert glycogen back into glucose?

After fasting

Throughout the day

Between meals (correct)

During a meal

What is the role of insulin in regulating blood glucose levels?

To convert glycogen into glucose

To increase blood glucose levels

To convert lipids into glucose

To decrease blood glucose levels (correct)

What is the process called when the liver converts non-carbohydrates into glucose?

Gluconeogenesis (correct)

Glycogenesis

Glycogenolysis

Lipogenesis

Which organ plays a critical role in maintaining blood glucose levels?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver in lipid metabolism?

Convert lipids into glucose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of lipid production of cholesterol in the liver?

To serve as a membrane component Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lipids can be synthesized by the liver?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions of cholesterol in the body?

To act as a membrane component Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lipolysis in the liver?

To break down lipids for energy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of cholesterol in the body?

For energy storage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of lipogenesis in the liver?

To synthesize triglycerides Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be stored by the liver?

Carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the liver in detoxification?

Metabolizing drugs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver in hormone regulation?

Storing hormones Signup and view all the answers

What does the liver store iron as?

Ferritin Signup and view all the answers