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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 24 Diabetes Mellitus

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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Non -enzymatic glycosylation of what protein is used as a marker for measuring the one -to -three -month average of blood glucose levels?

A) albumin
B) glucagon
C) fibrin
D) hemoglobin
E) insulin

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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What is a microaneurysm?

A) large leakage of blood from the microvasculature
B) weak bulges in the walls of small blood vessels
C) perforation of the basement membrane of fenestrated capillaries
D) development of new blood vessels
E) small leakage of blood from the microvasculature

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of glycation caused by hyperglycemia?

A) oxidative stress
B) beta cell degeneration
C) increased capillary permeability
D) lipolysis
E) delayed wound healing

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