Pancreas Flashcards by Heather Elahi | Brainscape

Q

Hormones in the pancreas are located where?

A

Beta Cells

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Q

What hormones are secreted in the pancreas?

A

Insulin

Glucagon

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Q

What is the site of synthesis for glucagon?

A

Alpha Cells–Islets of Langerhans

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Q

What is the primary function of glucagon?

A

Increase Blood Glucose

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Q

What is the secondary function of glucagon?

A

Decrease Plasma Calcium

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Q

What are the 2 names for type I diabetes?

A

Insulin Dependent Diabetes

Juvenile Onset Diabetes

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Q

With type I diabetes the antibodies attack?

A

Pancreas (beta cells)

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Q

With type I diabetes the pancreas is incapable of making?

A

Insulin

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Q

Type I diabetes requires the patient to use?

A

Insulin for life

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Q

What are the 2 names for type 2 diabetes?

A

Non-insulin Dependent Diabetes

Adult Onset Diabetes

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Q

With type 2 diabetes the patient can still make?

A

Insulin

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Q

With type 2 diabetes the body lacks?

A

Sensitivity to Insulin

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