Lesson 1 - Human Physiology - The Bigger Picture Dr JPW

Question 1

What tissues are commonly taken for testing?

Answer 1

Blood,
Saliva,
Adipose tissue,
Muscle,
Urine,
Faeces,
Liver (less common)

Question 2

What are the main roles of fat

Answer 2

Main energy store
Thermal Insulation
Vitamin D Store
Sectreting hormones
Protecting organs

Question 3

How are carbohydrates mainly stored?

Answer 3

Glucose converted to Glycogen

Question 4

Where are carbohydrates stored

Answer 4

Liver and Muscles

Question 5

What is the difference between the two stores of carbohydrates

Answer 5

Muscle is a “selfish” store - for own consumption
Liver is a “generous” store - sends around the Body including the brain

Question 6

What does DEXA scan stand for

Answer 6

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry scan

Question 7

What are DEXA scans used for

Answer 7

Assess Body composition
Bone Density
Tests for osteoporosis

Question 8

Aside from DEXA, what other measures are used to determine body composition

Answer 8

Skin Fold calipers
MRI
Underwater Weighing
Biological impedance
Waist:Hip ratio
Hip Circumference
BMI

Question 9

What does OGTT stand for

Answer 9

Oral Glucose Tolerance Test

Question 10

What is involved in the OGTT

Answer 10

Taking 75 grams of glucose (usually through a drink) and monitor for the next 2 Hours, taking measurements every 15 minutes

Question 11

What is the mixed meal test

Answer 11

Eating a meal or multiple drinks to test for glycaemia (glucose absorption) and lipemia (fat absorption)