Blood sugar too high Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Which organ detects above or below set point glucose blood levels?
A
The hypothalamus through glucose-exhibitory or inhibitory neurons part of the ANS
2
Q
Which pancreatic cells detect raised blood glucose levels?
A
Beta cells
3
Q
What hormone do beta cells produce?
A
Insulin
4
Q
How does insulin provoke cellular glucose uptake?
A
Insulin binds to glycoprotein receptors on the cell surface drawing GLUT4 molecules to the cell surface, transporting glucose into the cell.
5
Q
What does insulin promote in the liver
A
glucose to glycogen for storage
6
Q
What is the process in the liver of the converting of glucose to glycogen?
A
Glycogenesis
