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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › InsulinInsulin - Wikipedia

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   1 day ago · Insulin is a peptide hormone containing two chains cross-linked by disulfide bridges. Insulin (/ ˈ ɪ n. sj ʊ. l ɪ n /, from Latin insula, 'island') is a peptide hormone produced by beta cells of the pancreatic islets encoded in humans by the insulin (INS) gene. It is the main anabolic hormone of the body.

   • Aliases: INS, IDDM, IDDM1, IDDM2, ILPR, IRDN, MODY10, insulin, PNDM4

2. www.webmd.com › diabetes › insulin-explainedHow Secreted Insulin Works in Your Body - WebMD

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   Apr 24, 2024 · Learn about insulin, a hormone that helps your body control blood sugar and metabolism. Find out about different types, functions, and side effects of insulin, and how to use it for diabetes.

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   In·su·lin

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   • 1. a hormone produced in the pancreas by the islets of Langerhans, which regulates the amount of glucose in the blood. The lack of insulin causes a form of diabetes.
   • ▪ an animal-derived or synthetic form of insulin used to treat diabetes.

   Word Origin early 20th century: from Latin insula ‘island’ + -in1.

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4. www.britannica.com › science › insulinInsulin | Definition, Structure, & Function | Britannica

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   May 2, 2024 · Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose levels and is produced by the pancreas. Learn about its structure, function, discovery, and role in diabetes and metabolism.

5. www.healthline.com › guide-to-insulinYour Guide to Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes - Healthline

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   Apr 26, 2024 · Takeaway. Insulin therapy helps control blood sugar levels in diabetes. What type of insulin you take, how often you take it, and how it’s administered are all part of your individualized...

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7. www.drugs.com › cg › what-is-insulinWhat Is Insulin - What You Need to Know - Drugs.com

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   May 6, 2024 · Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insulin helps remove sugar from your blood. This helps lower your blood sugar level. You may need to take insulin if your pancreas is not making enough. You may need to take insulin if your body cannot use insulin correctly. What are the different types of insulin?

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8. www.health.com › condition › type-2-diabetesWhat To Do When Your Blood Sugar Level Requires Insulin - Health

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   May 6, 2024 · Updated on May 6, 2024. Medically reviewed by. Jane Kim, MD. Blood sugar is glucose—a carb-building block—found in the blood. An A1C test result equal to or above 6.5% indicates a blood sugar level...

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   What is insulin and what does it do?

   • Insulin is responsible for allowing glucose into your body's cells. When the glucose enters your cells, the amount of glucose in your bloodstream falls. If you have type 1 diabetes, your pancreas doesn't secrete insulin — which causes a buildup of glucose in your bloodstream. Without insulin, the glucose can't get into your cells.

   The Relationship Between Insulin And Glucose - DiabetesTalk.Net

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   What are the side effects of insulin?

   • Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is the most common side effect of insulin isophane and insulin regular. Symptoms of low blood sugar may include headache, nausea, hunger, confusion, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, sweating, tremor, trouble concentrating, confusion, or seizure (convulsions).

   How Is Human Insulin Made | DiabetesTalk.Net

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   How do you take insulin?

   • Insulin pumps can be programmed to deliver insulin directly into your body, 24 hours a day or at certain times. Another way to take insulin is by breathing powdered insulin into your mouth from an inhaler device. The insulin goes into your lungs and moves quickly into your blood. You may want to use an insulin inhaler to avoid using needles.

   Insulin, Medicines, & Other Diabetes Treatments | NIDDK

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   What are the different types of insulin?

   • Types of insulin include rapid-, regular-, intermediate-, and long-acting, based on how long they take to start working. You may take a combination of these when managing type 2 diabetes. If you have type 2 diabetes, your doctor might prescribe insulin therapy to help manage your blood sugar levels. Insulin is a hormone that the pancreas produces.

   Types of Insulin Chart: Duration, Comparison, and More - Healthline

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10. www.mayoclinic.org › drugs-supplements › insulin-paInsulin (Parenteral Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic

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    May 1, 2024 · Drugs and Supplements. Insulin (Parenteral Route) Proper Use. Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex ®. Make sure you have the type (beef and pork, pork, or human) and the strength of insulin that your doctor ordered for you. You may find that keeping an insulin label with you is helpful when buying insulin supplies.