(Glucose) Metabolism questions with accurate answers(verified)Graded A+
•Normal levels in patients WITHOUT diabetes: 70-99 mg/dL)(fasting) and 100-140 mg/dL (2-hour post-prandial) Glycogen: - Answer-The storage form of glucose Glucagon: - Answer-A hormone secreted by alpha cells, produced in response to a cellular deficiency of glucose Glycogenesis (Glycogen + genesis [formation of]) - Answer--The conversion of glucose to glycogen for storage in the liver. Glycogenolysis - Answer--The physiologic process of breaking down glycogen to increase blood glucose concentration to optimal levels; occurs when blood glucose levels are low. Gluconeogenesis - Answer-Formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources (fats and proteins)
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