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In type 1 diabetes mellitus, which metabolic process is primarily affected due to insulin deficiency?
In type 1 diabetes mellitus, which metabolic process is primarily affected due to insulin deficiency?
- Impaired glucose utilization leading to hyperglycemia (correct)
- Increased glucose uptake by cells
- Enhanced fatty acid storage in adipose tissue
- Unrestrained glycogen synthesis in the liver
Which clinical finding is LEAST likely to be associated with prolonged, uncontrolled type 1 diabetes mellitus?
Which clinical finding is LEAST likely to be associated with prolonged, uncontrolled type 1 diabetes mellitus?
- Hypoglycemia (correct)
- Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
What is the purpose of glycolysis in the context of carbohydrate metabolism after consuming a carbohydrate-rich meal?
What is the purpose of glycolysis in the context of carbohydrate metabolism after consuming a carbohydrate-rich meal?
- Synthesizing fatty acids from excess glucose
- Exporting glucose out of the cell
- Storing glucose molecules as glycogen
- Breaking down glucose to generate ATP and metabolic intermediates (correct)
Activation of which enzyme is MOST directly involved in the initial steps of glycogen synthesis following a carbohydrate-rich meal?
Activation of which enzyme is MOST directly involved in the initial steps of glycogen synthesis following a carbohydrate-rich meal?
How do hormones like insulin primarily contribute to maintaining metabolic homeostasis after a meal?
How do hormones like insulin primarily contribute to maintaining metabolic homeostasis after a meal?
Enzymes play a crucial role in metabolic regulation. Which of the following mechanisms is LEAST likely to be a direct mode of enzyme regulation in metabolic pathways?
Enzymes play a crucial role in metabolic regulation. Which of the following mechanisms is LEAST likely to be a direct mode of enzyme regulation in metabolic pathways?
Cellular compartmentalization is vital for metabolic regulation. Which process is MOST directly facilitated by the separation of metabolic pathways into different cellular compartments?
Cellular compartmentalization is vital for metabolic regulation. Which process is MOST directly facilitated by the separation of metabolic pathways into different cellular compartments?
What is the underlying mechanism that explains how genetic factors can predispose individuals to metabolic disorders?
What is the underlying mechanism that explains how genetic factors can predispose individuals to metabolic disorders?
A researcher is investigating the effect of a novel drug on glucose metabolism. They observe that the drug increases the activity of phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1) in liver cells. What is the MOST likely downstream effect of this drug?
A researcher is investigating the effect of a novel drug on glucose metabolism. They observe that the drug increases the activity of phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1) in liver cells. What is the MOST likely downstream effect of this drug?
Hormones and enzymes interact to fine-tune metabolic processes. How does insulin counteract the effects of glucagon on glycogen metabolism in the liver?
Hormones and enzymes interact to fine-tune metabolic processes. How does insulin counteract the effects of glucagon on glycogen metabolism in the liver?
Flashcards
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by the body's inability to produce insulin, resulting in high blood sugar levels.
Glycolysis
Glycolysis
The breakdown of glucose by enzymes, releasing energy and pyruvic acid.
Metabolic Homeostasis
Metabolic Homeostasis
Mechanisms that maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.
Enzymes
Enzymes
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Hormones
Hormones
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Cellular Compartmentalization
Cellular Compartmentalization
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Study Notes
- Section A contains 3 questions
- Each question in the section is worth 10 marks, totaling 30 marks for the section
Question 1: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
- Discuss the dysregulation of metabolic activities in type 1 diabetes mellitus
- Elucidate clinical manifestations that are associated with type 1 diabetes
- Identify the type of metabolic disease that it represents
- Delineate specific metabolic irregularities contributing to its onset and progression
Question 2: Vetkoek (Gwinya) Metabolism
- Discuss the metabolic pathways that are involved in processing the carbohydrates from vetkoek due to its high nutritional content
- Elaborate on how the body converts carbohydrates into usable energy
- Highlight key enzymes and steps specifically in glycolysis
- Highlight any subsequent pathways that are involved in energy extraction and storage
- Consider regulatory mechanisms involved in maintaining metabolic homeostasis in response to energy input from carbohydrates
Question 3: Metabolic Regulation
- Explore how enzymes, hormones, genetics, and cellular compartmentalization work to together regulate metabolic processes and maintain homeostasis in the body
- Explain each regulatory mechanism
- Illustrate how each regulatory mechanism contributes to the overall balance of metabolic activities within cells and tissues
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