Insulin and Glucagon Quiz

What hormone is released by the pancreas in response to rising blood glucose levels?

• Glucagon

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol

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What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

• Stimulates glycogen breakdown

• Stimulates glucose uptake by cells

• Increases blood glucose levels

• Converts glucose to fat

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Which organ is primarily responsible for glycogen formation?

• Pancreas

• Liver

• Kidney

• Heart

What happens to blood glucose levels when insulin is released?

• They rise

• They fall

• They remain constant

• They fluctuate

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What triggers the release of glucagon from the pancreas?

• Rising blood glucose levels

• Declining blood glucose levels

• High protein intake

• Low fat intake

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What is the role of glucagon in glucose metabolism?

• Stimulates glycogen formation

• Stimulates glycogen breakdown

• Inhibits glucose uptake

• Converts glucose to fat

What is the normal blood glucose level maintained by homeostasis?

• 70 mg/100 ml

• 80 mg/100 ml

• 90 mg/100 ml

• 100 mg/100 ml

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Which cells are stimulated by insulin to uptake glucose?

• Muscle cells

• Tissue cells

• Nerve cells

• Blood cells

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What is the effect of glucagon on the liver?

• Stimulates glucose uptake

• Stimulates glycogen breakdown

• Inhibits glycogen formation

• Increases fat storage

Which hormone is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?

• Glucagon

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol

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