Type 2 Diabetes
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Which of the following best describes insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes?

  • Decreased ability of target tissues to respond to normal insulin levels (correct)
  • Decreased ability of target tissues to respond to elevated insulin levels
  • Increased ability of target tissues to respond to normal insulin levels
  • Increased ability of target tissues to respond to elevated insulin levels
  • What is the primary cause of type 2 diabetes?

  • Dysfunctional beta cells only
  • High carbohydrate diet
  • Insulin resistance only
  • A combination of insulin resistance and dysfunctional beta cells (correct)
  • What is the effect of insulin resistance on hepatic glucose production?

  • No effect on glucose production
  • Decreased glucose production
  • Intermittent glucose production
  • Increased glucose production (correct)
  • What happens to insulin levels in the early stages of type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Insulin levels increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissues are affected by insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Adipose and muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyperinsulinemia in type 2 diabetes?

    <p>High insulin levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

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