Insulin and Glucose Metabolism Quiz

Where is insulin made in the body?

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Kidneys

• Heart

What is the relationship between insulin and glucose uptake?

• Insulin decreases glucose uptake

• Insulin has no effect on glucose uptake

• Insulin increases glucose uptake

• Insulin converts glucose to fat

What is the role of insulin receptors?

• To release insulin

• To bind insulin

• To destroy insulin

• To convert insulin to glucose

How does insulin affect glucose metabolism?

• It stops glucose metabolism

• It enhances glucose metabolism

• It reverses glucose metabolism

• It has no effect on glucose metabolism

What is the role of DNA ligase in genetic engineering?

• To paste DNA sequences together

• To break down proteins

• To synthesize RNA

• To transport lipids

Which company was the first to market insulin?

• Eli Lilly

• Pfizer

• Merck

• Johnson & Johnson

What is one benefit of using genetically engineered insulin?

• It causes more allergic reactions.

• It is more expensive to produce.

• It reduces ethical concerns over animal rights.

• It requires more agricultural space.

What is a major concern with using animal-derived insulin?

• It is more effective.

• It is less effective.

• It causes allergic reactions.

• It is easier to produce.

What is genetic engineering?

• Manipulating chemical reactions.

• Manipulating DNA sequences.

• Manipulating physical structures.

• Manipulating sound waves.

What is the significance of DNA sequences?

• They are responsible for coding traits.

• They are responsible for coding emotions.

• They are responsible for coding thoughts.

• They are responsible for coding sounds.