Hypoglycemia Flashcards
1
Q
People with Low A1C are most likely to have what?
A
Higher MCV
Anemia
High Hb
2
Q
What does insulin secretion do when glucose levels decline?
A
decreases
3
Q
What is released and increased when glucose levels fall to 65-70?
A
glucagon and epinephrine
4
Q
What is known as when symptoms of hypoglycemia occur, low plasma glucose concentration correlates with the onset of symptoms, and you get relief after raising plasma glucose levels?
A
Whipple’s Triad
5
Q
What is below normal glucose concentration associated with symptoms, 3-5 hours after a meal?
A
Postprandial hypoglycemia
6
Q
Why type of hypoglycemia occurs in post gastric bypass or vagotomy?
A
Alimentary hypoglycemia
7
Q
What is fasting hypoglycemia and possibly postprandial timing of symptoms known as?
A
Insulinoma
