Diabetes (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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What does diabetes mean for the body?
What does diabetes mean for the body?
Can't control blood glucose properly
What causes Type 1 diabetes?
What causes Type 1 diabetes?
Immune system attacks insulin-making cells
How is Type 1 diabetes treated?
How is Type 1 diabetes treated?
Regular insulin injections
When does Type 1 diabetes usually develop?
When does Type 1 diabetes usually develop?
In childhood
What happens in Type 2 diabetes?
What happens in Type 2 diabetes?
Liver & muscle cells stop responding to insulin
How is Type 2 diabetes mainly treated?
How is Type 2 diabetes mainly treated?
Controlling diet and regular exercise
When does Type 2 diabetes usually develop?
When does Type 2 diabetes usually develop?
Over 30 years old
A person has a BMI of 28 . What category are they in?
A person has a BMI of 28 . What category are they in?
Overweight
How does BMI over 30 affect Type 2 diabetes risk?
How does BMI over 30 affect Type 2 diabetes risk?
Risk up to 7 times higher than normal weight
What affects insulin needs in Type 1 diabetes?
What affects insulin needs in Type 1 diabetes?
Carbohydrate intake, exercise & blood sugar