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Diabetes Essentials Quiz
A quiz to check your knowledge on diabetes
Question 1
What is the approximate percentage distribution between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes cases?
A a) 10% Type 1; 90% Type 2
Correct! Approximately 90% of all diabetes cases are Type 2, making it the most common form.
B b) 20% Type 1; 80% Type 2
Incorrect. The percentage of Type 1 cases is actually lower.
C c) 30% Type 1; 70% Type 2
Incorrect. Type 2 diabetes accounts for a much larger majority.
D d) 40% Type 1; 60% Type 2
Incorrect. The proportion of Type 1 cases is significantly lower than this.
Question 2
What is the name of the substance released from the pancreas that helps raise blood glucose levels?
A a) Insulin
Incorrect. Insulin is released by the pancreas to **lower** blood glucose levels.
B b) Glucagon
Correct! Glucagon is released when blood glucose is too low. It signals the liver to release stored glucose, helping to raise blood sugar levels.
C c) Glycogen
Incorrect. Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in the liver and muscles, not a hormone.
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Diabetes Essentials Quiz
A quiz to check your knowledge on diabetes
Question 1
What is the approximate percentage distribution between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes cases?
A a) 10% Type 1; 90% Type 2
Correct! Approximately 90% of all diabetes cases are Type 2, making it the most common form.
B b) 20% Type 1; 80% Type 2
Incorrect. The percentage of Type 1 cases is actually lower.
C c) 30% Type 1; 70% Type 2
Incorrect. Type 2 diabetes accounts for a much larger majority.
D d) 40% Type 1; 60% Type 2
Incorrect. The proportion of Type 1 cases is significantly lower than this.
Question 2
What is the name of the substance released from the pancreas that helps raise blood glucose levels?
A a) Insulin
Incorrect. Insulin is released by the pancreas to **lower** blood glucose levels.
B b) Glucagon
Correct! Glucagon is released when blood glucose is too low. It signals the liver to release stored glucose, helping to raise blood sugar levels.
C c) Glycogen
Incorrect. Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in the liver and muscles, not a hormone.
To summarize this is what we covered in this quiz on diabetes...