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- Describe how human insulin is produced using modern methods. Be sure to explain how the technique was first developed.Low insulin to glucagonratio is seen in all of these except :- A) glycogen synthesis B) glycogen breakdown C) gluconeogenesis D) ketogenesisDescribe one mechanism that leads to continued gluconeogenesis in the liver of T1DM patients, despite already high levels of glucose in the bloodstream.
- Outline the functions of the following hormones in relation to digestion and/or the maintenance of metabolic balance: gastrin, cholecystokinin (CCK), insulin, glucagon and leptindiscuss the implications of deficiency and toxicity of vitamins CExplain how the prolong intake of antacids can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
- For each of the following vitamins, indicate its principal function and the effect(s) of deficiency: A, D, E, K, B1, B2, niacin, B6, B12, pantothenic acid, folic acid, biotin, and C.Compare and contrast the formulations insulin lispro, insulin aspart and protamine zinc insulin. Describe how the structure and properties of the formulation help control the rate and which insulin enters bloodstream.Explain the functions of insulin. Why do you think a hormone such asinsulin is required to carry out these functions?