14 Questions
Which of the following is correct regarding thyroid hormones?
T4 is the most common thyroid hormone produced from the thyroid gland.
Which of the following is correct regarding the suprarenal glands?
The cortex is derived from mesoderm.
Which of the following is not an enzyme involved in aldosterone synthesis?
β-hydroxylase
Which of the following is the 2nd enzyme involved in cortisol synthesis?
3βHSD
Which of the following is an inhibitor of RANKL?
OPG
Which region of the pancreas is intraperitoneal?
Tail
What stimulates vesicles containing insulin to move to the cell surface membrane and release insulin?
GLP-1
What is the major transporter used for uptake of glucose in fetal tissues?
GLUT1
Which hormone is considered an anabolic hormone in the fed state?
Insulin
What does insulin do to the catalytic sites of glucokinase in the liver?
Activates them
What is the role of GLP-1 released by the stomach in response to eating?
Stimulates the release of insulin
How does insulin act on the catalytic sites of glucokinase in the liver?
Activates glucokinase activity by filling catalytic sites with glucose
Which of the following regarding glucose transporters is correct?
GLUT3 has a low Km
In which of the following are GLUT1 proteins not present?
Intestines
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
