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Insulin By: Joanna C and Lucy D
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What is insulin? It’s a protein Secreted from pancreas
Manages blood sugar levels Stops body from using fat
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Function of Insulin Lowers blood sugar levels Stimulates growth
Increases amino acid transport into cell Shuts off when its not needed
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Regulatory mechanism Negative
Insulin production shuts off when not needed
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Examples of hypo-Secretions
Type 1 Diabetes Body doesn't make enough insulin Cells are destroyed Generally in kids, teens, and young adults Treatment: Taking insulin/shots Type 2 Diabetes Body resists insulin Can’t produce enough to maintain glucose levels Commonly in children and adults that are obese No cure
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