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How does insulin regulate blood sugar?
How does insulin regulate blood sugar?
How does insulin regulate blood sugar?
Insulin helps blood sugar enter the body's cells so it can be used for energy. Insulin also signals the liver to store blood sugar for later use.
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Does chewing gum spike my insulin levels?
It helps secrete more insulin inversely helping patients living with diabetes.
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Can we give insulin once a week for type 1 diabetes?
There are currently no once weekly insulin options available
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At what sugar level is insulin required?
Insulin is required usually above 200 blood sugar levels. However, the doctor decides when to start insulin.
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What is the C peptide range in type 1 diabetes?
C peptide levels are associated with diabetes type and duration of disease
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INSULIN (FASTING)
Fasting Insulin, Insulin Serum, Insulin F
- Reports: Within 36 Hrs
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required