Diabetes Quiz!

Pancreatic Islet cells that produces Somatostatin

• alpha

• beta

• delta

• PP

Diagnostic criteria of Diabetes according to ADA and WHO include

• FBS > 100 mg/dl

• PPBS > 140 mg/dl

• HbA1C > 6.5%

• RBS > 200 mg/dl

Type 2 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease characterised by beta cell destruction and an absolute deficiency of Insulin

• True

• False

Which among the following type of Diabetes involves interplay of genetic, environmental factors and a pro-inflammatory state

• type 1 diabetes

• type 2 diabetes

• Maturity-onset diabetes of young (MODY)

• Cystic fibrosis

In beta cells of pancreas, glucose uptake is followed by metabolism generating ATP that results in influx of ___ which stimulates secretion of Insulin

• Sodium (Na)

• Potassium (K)

• Calcium (Ca)

• Magnesium (Mg)

Which among the following is the CORRECT statement regarding Insulin action on Liver

• Decreases Glycogen synthesis

• Decreases Gluconeogenesis

• Decreases Lipogenesis

• Decreases Glucose uptake

Answer explanation

Insulin is the most potent ANABOLIC hormone with synthetic and growth promoting effects

The type of adipose tissue that utilizes the most glucose is _______ adipose tissue

• White

• Beige

• Brown

Identify the blindfolded spot (black box) in the given image

A 30 year old male was admitted in emergency ward following RTA. His blood investigation revealed random blood glucose level of 350 mg/dl. Next day fasting blood glucose level was 160 mg/dl.

Is this patient having diabetes mellitus?

• yes

• no