Question

Describes the hypoglycemic effect of insulin?

Answer 1

Answer:

Insulin causes hypoglycemia by :

1) Increasing the uptake of glucose from the blood by the liver and muscle.

2) Increase glycogen synthesis by liver and muscle.

3) Increased utilization of glucose by increasing glycolysis.

4) Increased uptake of glucose from the blood by adipose tissue converting it into fats.

Explanation:

Excess insulin or other diabetes medications may cause the blood sugar level to drop too low, causing hypoglycemia. Insulin regulates how the body uses and stores glucose and fat. Insulin decreases the blood sugar levels by increaing their transport in the cells and causing its breakdown too.

Hypoglycemia causes dizziness weakness hunger trembling palpitations. Excess hypoglycemia may damage the brain causing seizures and loss of conciousness.