Blood Glucose and Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
Insulin
A
A hormone released by the pancreas to lower the glucose levels in the bloodstream.
2
Q
Glucagon
A
A hormone released by Alpha ells in the pancreas to increase glucose levels in the bloodstream by releasing stored glycogen from fat, muscle cells, and liver.
3
Q
Glycogen
A
The form of glucose when stored as polysaccharides inside fat and muscle cells and the liver.
4
Q
Brain
A
Uses up glucose when it requires energy.
5
Q
Feedback mechanism
A
When the response alters the stimulus
6
Q
When blood glucose is low
A
The pancreas receives signals to inhibit insulin production and starts glucagon production.
7
Q
When blood glucose is high
A
If blood glucose is high, the body receives signals to inhibit glucagon production and start insulin production.
