Ch 6 Test Retake Quesy Flashcards
Glucose is a simple 6 carbon sugar that
All cells and tissues require for life-giving energy
Insulin is a hormone produced in the
Pancreas
Insulin has what effect on the level of plasma glucose
Reduces plasma glucose
Glucagon has what effect on the level of plasma glucose
Increases plasma glucose
This term refers to a stored form of glucose found in the muscles and liver
Glycogen
What is the term used to describe an elevated blood glucose levels
Hyperglycemia
What is the term used to describe a low blood glucose level
Hypoglycemia
Glucose levels in the blood must be maintained within a homeostatic range of
70-100 mg/dL
The ADA recommends the Hgb A1c as the best test to determine whether a patient’s blood sugar level has been under control during the previous
2-3 months
Controlled diabetics should have expected Hgb A1c results within this reference range
6-8%
Diabetic patients are able to use these in home-monitoring of their daily blood sugar values
Handheld glucose meter