The level of insulin in the blood is regulated by:
a. The level of glucose in the blood.
b. The level of cholecystokinin in the blood.
The glucose-fatty acid feedback mechanism.
d. The level of sucrose or glucose in the digestive system.
Diabetes mellitus is:
a. A disease in which there is excessive production of insulin by the pancreas.
b. A chronic condition caused by inadequate absorption of carbohydrates by the
A disorder resulting from inadequate production or use of insulin.
d. An illness characterized by hypoglycemia and glycosuria.
Which of the following are complications associated with diabetes mellitus?
a. Decreased levels of sorbital in the lens of the eye.
A Dextrometer can be used to:
a. Determine the level of glucose in a person's blood.
b. Determine the levels of glucose and ketones in the patient's urine.
Determine the levels of protein, glucose, ketones, and biliruben in a patient's
d. Determine the level of occult blood present in a sample of urine.