What leads to hyperglycemia during the 'fight or flight' response?

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The question is asking about the physiological factors that contribute to hyperglycemia during the 'fight or flight' response, specifically identifying the correct option among multiple choices.

Answer

Increased hepatic output of glucose and insulin resistance.

The final answer is that during the 'fight or flight' response, increased hepatic output of glucose, gluconeogenesis, glycogenolysis, and insulin resistance lead to hyperglycemia.

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The final answer is that during the 'fight or flight' response, increased hepatic output of glucose, gluconeogenesis, glycogenolysis, and insulin resistance lead to hyperglycemia.

More Information

During the 'fight or flight' response, stress hormones like cortisol and epinephrine stimulate the liver to release more glucose into the bloodstream, providing energy for a quick response to danger. This process is known as gluconeogenesis, and it leads to higher blood glucose levels, or hyperglycemia.

Tips

A common mistake is to overlook the role of hormones like cortisol and epinephrine in the biochemical pathways leading to hyperglycemia.

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