Controlling Blood Glucose Flashcards
1
Q
What happens if you have high blood sugar?
A
The pancreas creates insulin which makes glucose go from the blood into cells
2
Q
What happens if you have low blood sugar?
A
The pancreas creates glucagon which turns glycogen into glucose
3
Q
What causes type 1 diabetes?
A
Pancreas not producing enough insulin which causes high blood glucose concentration
4
Q
What is the cure to type 1 diabetes?
A
Pay attention to diet, exercise and injecting insulin
5
Q
What does a pancreas do?
A
Monitors and controls blood glucose concentration
