What is the role of insulin in the body?

Practice Questions

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What is the role of insulin in the body?
  1. Increase blood glucose levels
  2. Decrease blood glucose levels
  3. Stimulate protein synthesis
  4. Promote fat breakdown

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the role of insulin in the body?
  • Step 1: Understand that insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas.
  • Step 2: Know that insulin helps control blood sugar levels in the body.
  • Step 3: When you eat, your blood sugar levels rise because of the glucose from food.
  • Step 4: Insulin is released into the bloodstream in response to the increased blood sugar.
  • Step 5: Insulin helps cells in the body take in glucose from the blood.
  • Step 6: Once glucose enters the cells, it can be used for energy or stored for later use.
  • Step 7: As glucose is taken up by the cells, blood sugar levels decrease.
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