Insulin -Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Interactive MCQs on “Insulin”:

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Question 1: What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

(a) Regulating blood sugar levels
(b) Enhancing muscle strength
(c) Stimulating the immune system
(d) Promoting bone growth

Question 2: Where is insulin produced in the body?

(a) Liver
(b) Pancreas
(c) Kidneys
(d) Adrenal glands

Question 3: What is the condition that results from an absolute deficiency of insulin in the body?

(a) Type 1 diabetes
(b) Type 2 diabetes
(c) Hypoglycemia
(d) Hyperglycemia

Question 4: Which hormone acts in opposition to insulin, raising blood sugar levels?

(a) Glucagon
(b) Melatonin
(c) Estrogen
(d) Thyroxine

Question 5: In which form is insulin released into the bloodstream by the pancreas?

(a) As an active protein
(b) As an inactive proinsulin
(c) As a lipid hormone
(d) As a carbohydrate polymer

Question 6: Which of the following is a rapid-acting insulin used to lower blood sugar levels quickly after meals?

(a) Insulin glargine (Lantus)
(b) Insulin detemir (Levemir)
(c) Insulin lispro (Humalog)
(d) Insulin NPH (Humulin N)

Question 7: What is the main purpose of using long-acting insulin in diabetes management?

(a) To prevent hyperglycemia during meals
(b) To lower blood sugar levels quickly
(c) To provide a basal level of insulin throughout the day
(d) To stimulate insulin production by the pancreas

Question 8: Which type of diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency?

(a) Type 1 diabetes
(b) Type 2 diabetes
(c) Gestational diabetes
(d) LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)

Question 9: Which of the following can be an early symptom of insulin deficiency or diabetes?

(a) Weight gain
(b) Increased appetite
(c) Low blood pressure
(d) Frequent urination

Question 10: What is the role of insulin in muscle cells?

(a) To store excess glucose as glycogen
(b) To release glucose into the bloodstream
(c) To break down glycogen into glucose
(d) To secrete digestive enzymes