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The nutrient that produces ketones as a by-product of metabolism is:
 
  a. carbohydrate.
  b. protein.
  c. fat.
  d. glucose.

Q. 2

A common symptom among people with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes is:
 
  a. jaundice.
  b. weight loss.
  c. night sweats.
  d. poor wound healing.

Q. 3

The pancreatic sensors of blood glucose levels are located in the:
 
  a. alpha cells.
  b. beta cells.
  c. delta cells.
  d. juncture points of the alpha, beta, and delta cells.

Q. 4

One of the major functions of insulin is to:
 
  a. convert fat to glucose.
  b. decrease protein synthesis.
  c. stimulate fat breakdown.
  d. promote uptake of amino acids.

Q. 5

Common complications of diabetes affect the:
 
  a. liver, pancreas, and spleen.
  b. kidney, eye, and nerve tissue.
  c. heart, liver, and brain.
  d. adrenal, parotid, and thyroid glands.

Q. 6

The hormone that regulates blood glucose level by inhibiting interactions of insulin and glucagon is:
 
  a. thyroxine.
  b. epinephrine.
  c. somatostatin.
  d. growth hormone.

Q. 7

The hormone that is considered to be an antagonist to insulin is:
 
  a. glucagon.
  b. somatostatin.
  c. thyroxine.
  d. glucose.

Q. 8

The alpha cells of the pancreas synthesize:
 
  a. glucagon.
  b. insulin.
  c. somatostatin.
  d. epinephrine.

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