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What is the primary source of glucose for the fetus during intrauterine life?
What is the primary source of glucose for the fetus during intrauterine life?
- The placenta (correct)
- The maternal bloodstream
- The infant's own metabolism
- The amniotic fluid
What occurs at birth that facilitates adaptation to extrauterine life?
What occurs at birth that facilitates adaptation to extrauterine life?
- Hormonal and metabolic changes (correct)
- A decrease in insulin production
- An increase in glucagon production
- A decrease in glucose uptake by the brain
What is the significance of glucose in the fetus and newborn?
What is the significance of glucose in the fetus and newborn?
- It is a primary metabolite (correct)
- It is not essential for fetal development
- It is only necessary for brain function
- It is a secondary source of energy
Which of the following is a risk factor for neonatal hypoglycemia?
Which of the following is a risk factor for neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the significance of a serum glucose value in the diagnosis of neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the significance of a serum glucose value in the diagnosis of neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the main reason for the abrupt change in glucose supply at birth?
What is the main reason for the abrupt change in glucose supply at birth?
What is the significance of hormonal and metabolic changes at birth?
What is the significance of hormonal and metabolic changes at birth?
Why is glucose important for the fetus and newborn?
Why is glucose important for the fetus and newborn?
What is a risk factor for neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is a risk factor for neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the significance of a serum glucose value in diagnosing neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the significance of a serum glucose value in diagnosing neonatal hypoglycemia?
Study Notes
Disorders of Glucose Homeostasis in Neonates
- Glucose is the primary metabolite of the fetus and newborn.
- During intrauterine life, the fetus relies on the placenta for a constant supply of glucose.
- At birth, the infant is abruptly removed from the placental environment, triggering hormonal and metabolic changes.
- These changes facilitate adaptation to extrauterine life and regulate glucose hemostasis.
- A serum glucose value of [insert value] is a key indicator of glucose homeostasis in neonates.
Disorders of Glucose Homeostasis in Neonates
- Glucose is a primary metabolite for the fetus and newborn
- During intrauterine life, the fetus relies on the placenta for a constant supply of glucose
- At birth, the infant is abruptly removed from the placental environment, triggering hormonal and metabolic changes that facilitate adaptation to extrauterine life and regulate glucose hemostasis
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Learn about the changes in glucose homeostasis during fetal development and after birth. Understand the importance of glucose levels in newborns and how it affects their health.
