Lente insulin
Lente Insulin
Lente Insulin (pronounced: len-te in-su-lin) is a type of Insulin used in the treatment of Diabetes. It is a long-acting insulin that helps to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Etymology
The term "Lente" is derived from the Latin word "lentus", which means slow. This is in reference to the slow-acting nature of this type of insulin.
Usage
Lente Insulin is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. It is typically injected under the skin, and its effects can last up to 24 hours. It is important to note that Lente Insulin is not used to treat diabetic ketoacidosis.
Related Terms
- Insulin: A hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
- Diabetes: A group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level over a prolonged period.
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis: A serious complication of diabetes that occurs when your body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones.
- Blood Sugar: The concentration of glucose present in the blood.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lente insulin
- Wikipedia's article - Lente insulin
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