blood glucose conc

Question 1

what happens if blood glucose concentration is too low?

Answer 1

• cells may not have enough glucose for respiration (glycolysis)
• reduces function in body (especially brain)

Question 2

what happens if blood glucose concentration is too high?

Answer 2

• decreases water potential of blood
• water moves out of tissues into blood by osmois
• so blood pressure increases
• cells become dehydrated and die