Glucose Metabolism Is Profoundly Affected During Pregnancy Because

question 19

Multiple Choice

Glucose metabolism is profoundly affected during pregnancy because:

• A) Pancreatic function in the islets of Langerhans is affected by pregnancy.
• B) The pregnant woman uses glucose at a more rapid rate than the nonpregnant woman.
• C) The pregnant woman increases her dietary intake significantly.
• D) Placental hormones are antagonistic to insulin, resulting in insulin resistance.