Blood Glucose Levels Must Be Carefully Maintained Within a Narrow

question 51

Multiple Choice

Blood glucose levels must be carefully maintained within a narrow window.What endocrine organ is responsible for this task?

• A)pancreas
• B)pineal gland
• C)pituitary gland
• D)parathyroid gland

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Definitions:

Fasting

The act of voluntarily abstaining from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.

Liver

A large vital organ in vertebrates involved in numerous metabolic processes, including detoxification, protein synthesis, and the production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Carrier Molecules

Molecules that facilitate the transport of substances across a cell membrane, including ions, sugars, and small molecules, by undergoing a change in shape.

Active Transport

The movement of a substance across a cell membrane from an area of low concentration to an area of high concentration.