ANB Test 2

Which of the following cells rely on the insulin-independent transport system for glucose uptake?

• Muscle cells

• Erythrocytes

• Adipose cells

• Liver cells

In which condition is a reduction in the quantity of GLUT-4 observed, leading to insulin resistance?

• Type 1 diabetes mellitus

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus

• Hypoglycemia

• Hyperglycemia

What is the primary role of insulin in the context of glucose uptake in cells?

• Decreasing the number of glucose transporters

• Promoting glucose uptake in the liver

• Promoting glucose uptake in muscle and adipose tissue

• Inhibiting glucose uptake

Which of the following conditions may lead to mild forms of lactic acidosis?

• Malnutrition

• Hyperglycemia

• Hypernatremia

• Strenuous exercise

What does the term "oxygen debt" refer to in the context of lactic acidosis?

• The amount of oxygen required for cellular respiration

• The amount of oxygen required to recover from lactic acidosis

• The amount of oxygen needed for aerobic exercise

• The surplus oxygen intake during strenuous exercise

Lack of ______ inhibits PDH activity resulting in accumulation of pyruvate.

FULL FORM OF TPP

The ______________ is the final common oxidative pathway for carbohydrates, fats and amino acids.

Which of the following hormones primarily stimulates gluconeogenesis through the conversion of the active form of pyruvate kinase to its inactive form and a decrease in fructose 2,6-bisphosphate levels?

• Insulin

• Glucocorticoids

• Glucagon

• Epinephrine

Which of the following hormones promotes the synthesis of hepatic aminotransferase, providing substrates for gluconeogenesis?

• Glucagon

• Insulin

• Thyroid hormone

• Glucocorticoids