Controlling blood glucose Flashcards
1
Q
What hormones control blood glucose?
A
Insulin and glucagon
2
Q
When is insulin added?
A
When blood sugar level is too high
3
Q
What happens when glucose levels are too high?
A
Insulin is added
4
Q
When is glucagon added?
A
When blood glucose levels are too low
5
Q
How is blood glucose monitored and controlled?
A
By the pancreas
6
Q
What does insulin do ?
A
Makes glucose move from the blood stream into the cells
7
Q
What is diabetes type 1 ?
A
Pancreas fails to produce the right amount of insulin
8
Q
How is type 1 diabetes treated?
A
*insulin therapy
*makes sure glucose is removed
*limit the amount of food rich in carbohydrates
9
Q
What is type 2 diabetes?
A
Cells no longer respond to insulin
10
Q
How is type 2 diabetes treated?
A
Regular exercise and reduced intake of carbohydrates
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