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What is the primary function of glucagon in the body?
What is the primary function of glucagon in the body?
- Stimulates the breakdown of glycogen to glucose in the liver (correct)
- Inhibits the secretion of insulin
- Stimulates the uptake of glucose by muscle cells
- Promotes the conversion of glucose to glycogen in the liver
Which cells in the islets of Langerhans are primarily responsible for producing insulin?
Which cells in the islets of Langerhans are primarily responsible for producing insulin?
- Gamma cells
- Beta cells (correct)
- Delta cells
- Alpha cells
What condition is characterized by symptoms such as puffy skin and decreased energy levels?
What condition is characterized by symptoms such as puffy skin and decreased energy levels?
- Exophthalmic goitre
- Myxoedema (correct)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Diabetes mellitus
Which of the following structures is part of the pancreas?
Which of the following structures is part of the pancreas?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with hyperthyroidism?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with hyperthyroidism?
How does insulin affect carbohydrate metabolism?
How does insulin affect carbohydrate metabolism?
What triggers the formation of glucagon in the body?
What triggers the formation of glucagon in the body?
Which pancreatic cell type produces somatostatin?
Which pancreatic cell type produces somatostatin?
How does hyperthyroidism typically affect metabolic rate?
How does hyperthyroidism typically affect metabolic rate?
Which duct carries pancreatic juice into the duodenum?
Which duct carries pancreatic juice into the duodenum?
Study Notes
The Pancreas
- An endocrine gland located beneath the stomach, featuring a light pink, flattened, triangular structure.
- Responsible for producing pancreatic juice, which is released into the duodenum through the pancreatic duct, aiding in food digestion.
The Islets of Langerhans
- Scattered within the connective tissue of the pancreas, these structures include three types of cells:
- Alpha cells: Secrete glucagon to raise blood sugar levels.
- Beta cells: Produce insulin to regulate glucose metabolism.
- Delta cells: Responsible for somatostatin production, which regulates hormone secretion.
Glucagon
- Functions to stimulate the liver to convert glycogen into glucose, thus increasing blood sugar levels.
- Its production is triggered by low glucose levels, a protein-rich diet, and physical exercise.
Insulin
- Essential for controlling carbohydrate metabolism and maintaining balanced blood glucose levels.
- Facilitates glucose uptake by body cells and promotes conversion of excess glucose into glycogen for storage in the liver and muscles.
Disorders of the Thyroid
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Myxoedema:
- Resulting from insufficient thyroxine secretion, often linked to thyroid degeneration or defects.
- Symptoms include puffy skin, slow movements, and low energy levels.
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Hyperthyroidism:
- Occurs from excessive thyroxine production.
- Symptoms include increased metabolic rate, appetite, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, bulging eyeballs, and goitre.
Image Descriptions
- Figure 13.6: Depicts a person with myxoedema.
- Figure 13.7: Shows a person suffering from exophthalmic goitre.
- Figure 13.8: A labeled diagram of the pancreas, illustrating components such as:
- Head, body, tail of the pancreas, as well as hepatic ducts, common hepatic duct, common bile duct, and pancreatic duct.
- Includes blood capillaries, exocrine acini, alpha, beta, and delta cells, and an islet of Langerhans.
- Highlights connections to the duodenum, spleen, gallbladder, and jejunum.
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Description
Explore the structure and functions of the pancreas in this quiz. Learn about pancreatic juice and the islets of Langerhans, including their roles in digestion and glucose regulation. Test your knowledge of this vital organ and its contributions to the endocrine system.
