GLUCOSE Flashcards
1
Q
Locations of glucose transporters
A
GLUT1- most cells eg muscle cells
GLUT 2 - beta cells, renal tubules, hepatocytes
GLUT 3 - CNS, placenta
GLUT 4 - Muscle, Adipose tissue
2
Q
Which glucose transporter function is affected by insulin
A
GLUT4
3
Q
Effect of inslulin on GLUT4
A
Shifts it to the plasma membrane
Reduces GLUT4 exocytosis
4
Q
Effects of increased levels of free fatty acids on glucose metabolism
A
Inhibits uptake of glucose by muscles
Stimulates hepatic gluconeogenesis
