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When blood glucose levels get too high, is released from the into the bloodstream. This causes organs such as the liver and muscles to absorb from the blood, and convert it into glycogen.
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There are two different types of diabetes, but in both types the problem is that the body can't regulate the levels of ___________ properly.
glucose
glycogen
insulin
water
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Glucose is a type of:
Protein
Lipid
Carbohydrate
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Which type of diabetes more commonly occurs in younger people, such as children and teenagers?
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
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What is the underlying issue in type 1 diabetes?
There is a mutation in the insulin gene
The bodies tissues become resistant to insulin
The pancreas doesn't release enough insulin
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How is type 1 diabetes managed?
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Is type 1 diabetes a temporary, or lifelong condition?
Temporary
Lifelong
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What is the underlying issue in type 2 diabetes?
The body's tissues become resistant to insulin
There is a mutation in the insulin gene
The pancreas doesn't release enough insulin
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What factors increase the risk of type 2 diabetes?
(Select all that apply)
Lack of exercise
Exposure to radiation
Smoking
Poor diet
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Which age group is more likely to get type 2 diabetes, younger or older people?
Younger
Older
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