Exam Questions

What is the primary source of blood glucose during the fed-fast cycle?

• Proteins

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

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Which organ primarily uses glucose as its preferred energy source?

• Liver

• Brain

• Heart

• Kidneys

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What is a major topic related to glucose homeostasis?

• Photosynthesis

• Metabolic Response to Stress

• Cellular Respiration

• Protein Synthesis

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What is the time frame for the Absorptive/Fed phase of glucose homeostasis?

• ~ 3 hours after meal

• ~ 6 hours after meal

• ~ 12 hours after meal

• ~ 24 hours after meal

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What is the origin of blood glucose during the Absorptive/Fed phase?

• Endogenous

• Exogenous

• Glycogenolysis

• Gluconeogenesis

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Which tissues use glucose during the Absorptive/Fed phase?

• Liver only

• Muscle only

• All tissues

• Brain only

What is the major fuel for the brain during the Absorptive/Fed phase?

• Fatty acids

• Ketone bodies

• Glucose

• Amino acids

Which hormone is principal during the Absorptive/Fed phase?

• Glucagon

• Cortisol

• Insulin

• Epinephrine

What effect does insulin have on glucose uptake in muscle and fat?

• Decreases glucose uptake

• Increases glucose uptake

• No effect on glucose uptake

• Inhibits glucose uptake

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How does insulin affect gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis?

• Stimulates both processes

• Inhibits both processes

• Stimulates gluconeogenesis and inhibits glycogenolysis

• Inhibits gluconeogenesis and stimulates glycogenolysis

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