MDCAT Biology MCQ #2450

A teenager is diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Which hormone's deficiency is responsible for the high blood glucose levels observed in this patient?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2450

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A teenager is diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Which hormone's deficiency is responsible for the high blood glucose levels observed in this patient?

    • A) Glucagon
    • B) Insulin
    • C) Somatostatin
    • D) Epinephrine

    Answer: Insulin

    Explanation: Insulin promotes glucose uptake and glycogen synthesis. Glucagon is the opposite, increasing blood glucose levels during fasting states.