MDCAT Biology MCQ #2477

Following a carbohydrate-rich meal, insulin levels rise to lower blood glucose. Which metabolic process is stimulated by insulin in the liver?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2477

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Following a carbohydrate-rich meal, insulin levels rise to lower blood glucose. Which metabolic process is stimulated by insulin in the liver?

    • A) Glycogenolysis
    • B) Gluconeogenesis
    • C) Lipolysis
    • D) Glycogenesis

    Answer: Glycogenesis

    Explanation: Insulin promotes the conversion of glucose into glycogen for storage; glucagon is tempting as it stimulates the breakdown of glycogen during fasting.