Malfunctions in Homeostasis (VCE SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What causes type 1 diabetes?
What causes type 1 diabetes?
Autoantibodies destroy beta cells
How does type 2 diabetes differ from type 1?
How does type 2 diabetes differ from type 1?
Cells become insulin-resistant
What blood glucose level indicates hyperglycaemia?
What blood glucose level indicates hyperglycaemia?
Greater than 7.8 mmol/L
What is the emergency treatment for hypoglycaemia?
What is the emergency treatment for hypoglycaemia?
Rapidly absorbed sugars like jelly beans
How long does long-acting insulin work?
How long does long-acting insulin work?
About 24 hours
What are thyroid hormones made from?
What are thyroid hormones made from?
Tyrosine and iodine
What does TSH stimulate?
What does TSH stimulate?
The thyroid to secrete T3 and T4
What blood test results indicate hyperthyroidism?
What blood test results indicate hyperthyroidism?
Elevated T3/T4 and reduced TSH
What does TSI antibody do in Graves' disease?
What does TSI antibody do in Graves' disease?
Binds to TSH receptors on thyroid
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?
Iodine deficiency