HOMEOSTASIS AND RESPONSE - Control Of Blood Glucose Concentration

Question 1

What Is Blood Glucose Concentration Controlled by?

Answer 1

Controlled and monitored by the pancreas

Question 2

What Does the Pancreas Do If Blood Glucose Concentration Is Too High?

Answer 2

Pancreas releases more of insulin. Insulin causes glucose to move from the blood into cells. In liver and muscle cells excess glucose is converted to glycogen for storage

Question 3

Type 1 Diabetes

Answer 3

Caused by pancreas failing to produce sufficient insulin. Results in uncontrolled high blood glucose levels. Normally treated with insulin injections

Question 4

Type 2 Diabetes

Answer 4

Caused by the body cells no longer responding to insulin. Has obesity as a risk factor. Treated with a carbohydrate-controlled diet and regular exercise

Question 5

Interpret the Graph Showing the Effect Of Injecting Insulin On Blood Glucose Levels With Type 1 And 2 Diabetes

Answer 5

People with type 1 insulin lowers blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to convert it into glycogen. People with type 2 there is little effect because the cells do not respond to insulin