Biochemistry W6

Question 1

What is hunger characterised by

Answer 1

• Craving for food

Question 2

What does the hypthalamus contain

Answer 2

• Hunger center and satiety center

Question 3

Name the 3 metabolic states

Answer 3

• Fed state
  -Postabsorptive state
  -Prolonged fasting

Question 4

When does the fed state occur + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio

Answer 4

During and up to 2-4hpurs afrer a meal
- High insulin to Glucagon

Question 5

Whne does the Postabsorptive state occur + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio

Answer 5

-Occurs after 6-12hours of fasting
- Low insulin to glucagon ratio

Question 6

Explain prolonged fasting + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio

Answer 6

It is fasting longer than 12 hours
- low insulin to glucagon ratio