A hormone made by the pancreas that keeps blood sugar levels in a normal range. People with insulin dependent diabetes must inject insulin as medicine because the pancreas is not producing this hormone.

Polypeptide hormone that is secreted by cells in the pancreas and helps regulate glucose metabolism in animals.

a hormone that regulates carbohydrate metabolism. It also has an effect on storage and release of fat. It also affects muscle tone, controls storage and release of fat, and controls cellular uptake of some amino acids and electrolytes.

A hormone secreted by pancreatic cells in response to increasing levels of glucose and/or amino acids in the bloodstream. Insulin enables the body to transport and store these important "fuel molecules" for energy production. Imbalances of insulin are common in diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and obesity.

Secreted by the cells of the pancreas in response to high blood sugar levels, it induces hypoglycemia. Defective secretion of insulin is the cause of diabetes mellitus.

insula = island; hormone secreted by beta cells in the pancreatic islets of Langerhans.

hormone secreted by the pancreas. It regulates carbohydrate metabolism by controlling blood glucose levels.

substance used to regulate blood sugar level, used to treat diabetes

The hormone that drives incoming nutrients into cells for storage. Excess insulin is the primary pillar of aging.

Hormone secreted by the pancreas that reduces blood sugar levels. A lack of insulin can result in diabetes.

A hormone made by the islet cells of the pancreas; insulin controls the levels of glucose in the blood.

Hormone secreted by the pancreas responsible for carbohydrate metabolism. This hormone determines if the carbohydrates are to be used for energy, for storage inside the muscle cells as glycogen, or for converting and storing the carbohydrates as fats when they are found in excess in the bloodstream.

A hormone that controls the body's processing of sugar.

a substance that controls the body's use of glucose

a hormone made in the pancreas that plays an important role in the absorption of glucose (the body's main source of energy) into muscle cells

Polypeptide hormone secreted by β-cells of islets of Langerhans in pancreas. Powerful controller of metabolism of glucose in body. Diabetes mellitus results from lack of insulin.

A protein hormone secreted from the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels

A hormone made by the pancreas. Insulin helps the body to use the sugar in the blood to give the body energy.

A hormone found in both vertebrates and invertebrates. Secreted by the beta-cells of the pancreas in response to high blood glucose levels, it induces a lowering of glucose levels.

A hormone made by the body. Insulin lets cells in the body accept sugar in foods.

A hormone with a crucial role in using nutrients. One of its functions is to help promote the conversion of glucose into glycogen.

a hormone. It is important in controlling the level of sugar within the blood.

Critically important hormone produced by the beta cells of the endocrine pancreas; responsible for regulating the blood concentration of glucose, the body's most important fuel molecule.

protein hormone made by the pancreas which is necessary for metabolizing carbohydrates and sugars and which is used in the treatment and control of diabetes.

a hormone made by the pancreas, necessary to allow glucose to enter the cells; a lack of insulin leads to diabetes.

A hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets; causes a reduction in plasma glucose concentrations.

A protein produced by the pancreas that is used to metabolize carbohydrates into energy. Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose and enter the bloodstream. Insulin provides the mechanism for glucose to enter cells and be converted to energy. People with Type 1 diabetes do not produce any insulin and must inject it or take it with an insulin pump. People with Type 2 diabetes do not produce enough insulin or their bodies cannot make use of it. They may take insulin or may be able to treat their condition with medicine, diet and/or exercise.

Powerful anabolic hormone released by the islands of Langerhans in the pancreas. Functions to regulate carbohydrate metabolism by controlling blood glucose levels. Also has a hand in storage of fat and in the entry of amino acids into muscles.

A hormone manufactured in the pancreas that facilitates the metabolism of glucose (sugar) by the body's cells. A deficiency in the production of insulin results in the disease diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes).

hormone produced by Islets of Langerhans of the pancreas

Hormone produced by the panceas and released into the blood stream to control Blood sugar levels in the body.

A protein hormone produced in the cells of the pancreas that stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells and with glucagon helps to regulate blood glucose levels ( Figure 20-45). Insulin also functions as a growth factor for many cells.

Insulin is an anabolic hormone produced in the ß-cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas and is required for proper glucose, fat and protein metabolism.

(in´ su lin) [L. insula: island] • A hormone, synthesized in islet cells of the pancreas, that promotes the conversion of glucose to the storage material, glycogen.

('in(t)-s(&-)l&n) — An enzyme produced naturally in humans that controls blood-sugar levels. When it is not produced in large enough quantities, a person becomes diabetic and has to receive injections of insulin. Before 1982, these injections were made from pig insulin. However, through biotechnology, insulin causing fewer allergic or toxic reactions can be produced using bacteria.

Insulin is an endocrine hormone that is secreted into the blood stream by the pancreas. Eating high-glycemic carbs like breads and pastas causes sharp spikes in insulin levels. These spikes cause your blood sugar levels to drop rapidly. The result is fat storage and appetite stimulation.

(noun) a protein hormone produced in the pancreas by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans, that is important for regulating the amount of sugar (glucose) in the blood.

A hormone that controls blood sugar levels. Diabetes is caused by a lack of insulin or resistance to insulin.

A hormone secreted by the Islets of Langerhans that regulates glucose levels in the blood

hormone created in the pancreas that assists the body in utilizing glucose, a type of sugar that is used as a source for energy.

A naturally occurring, anabolic hormone in the human body. Insulin is responsible for storing excess glucose in your blood as either fat or glycogen. D E J K L M N P Q R S U V W X Y Z

Hormone produced by the pancreas which regulates the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood. to top

is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life.

A naturally occurring hormone released by the pancreas to regulate the body's use of sugar. Inadequate secretion results in too much blood sugar, as in diabetes mellitus.

a protein that signals cells to take up sugar from the blood stream.

the hormone, secreted by the pancreas, concerned with the metabolism of sugar in the body.

An enzyme that controls sugar levels in the blood by converting sugar, starches and other food into energy.

A hormone produced in the pancreas; helps glucose enter the body cells, where it is used for energy.

A hormone that controls the levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

the pancreatic hormone that regulates glucose uptake in the cells of the liver and other organs.

A hormone that promotes the conversion of glucose to glycogen. It is present in vertebrates and invertebrates.

A hormone made by the pancreas that is responsible for controlling blood glucose levels.

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a hormone that is made in the pancreas that metabolizes sugar, cholesterol and protein and regulates blood sugar levels. Diabetes results when insulin is severely out of balance.

a hormone that is essential for the correct maintenance level and metabolism of blood sugar.

A hormone produced in the pancreas that helps control levels of sugars, fats, and proteins in the body

The hormone used by the body to control blood sugar (glucose). Insulin resistance (over-production of insulin in relation to glucose) can lead to weight gain and ovulation difficulties.

IN-sel-in A pancreatic hormone that lowers blood sugar level by stimulating body cells to take up glucose from the blood and to metabolize or store it. 663, 672

This is a hormone produced in the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar among other things. Insulin is released when there is sugar in the blood stream.

This is the hormone released by the pancreas when blood glucose increases. It stimulates cells to absorb blood glucose as fuel.

A hormone released by the Pancreas which regulates the breakdown of Carbohydrates. Insulin deficiency can lead to Diabetes.

hormone produced by pancreatic beta cells that is the main regulator of glucose metabolism

Insulin is a hormone released by the pancreas that works to regulate blood glucose levels and help convert excess energy to fat for storage.

Hormone produced by beta cells to facilitate entry of glucose into body cells. Details are in Chapter 8.

A hormone secreted by pancreatic beta cells that allow other cells in the body to absorb glucose to use as energy.

Hormone that controls the transport of glucose from the bloodstream into the cells.

An hormone that help the body convert glucose into the energy needed for daily life.

Insulin, a 5.8kD hormone is secreted by the islet cells in the pancreas. Its primary role is in glucose regulation. Any defect in its secretion or ability to bind to its receptors leads to diabetes.

Insulin is a hormone made by a gland near your stomach called the pancreas. Your body uses insulin to carry the sugar from the foods you eat through your bloodstream to your cells.

A natural hormone made by the pancreas that controls the level of the sugar glucose in the blood. Insulin permits cells to use glucose for energy. Cells cannot utilize glucose without insulin. See the entire definition of Insulin

Hormone produced by the pancreas which regulates the amount of sugar in the blood. A lack of insulin results in diabetes.

a hormone released by the pancreas in response to increased levels of sugar in the blood.

A peptide hormone secreted by the b-cells of the pancreas; required for normal glucose metabolism.

a hormone in the pancreas that helps control the amount of glucose (sugar) in your body.

is a hormone secreted by the pancreas to lower blood sugar levels.

hormone secreted by the pancreas that stimulates the uptake of glucose by body cells. Insulin works antagonistically with glucagon to control blood sugar levels.

An anabolic hormone that's supposed to take the sugar and traansport it into the muscle. Insulin also promotes increased amino acid entry into muscle and increases muscle protein synthesis. Too much insulin can cause sugar to bypass muscle, and be stored as bodyfat.

A protein hormone secreted by the pancreas that converts sugar (glucose) and other carbohydrates into energy.

A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. Diabetics who take insulin derived from animals may have allergic reactions.

hormone that affects the uptake of blood glucose. Lack of insulin or insulin that has stopped working effectively leads to diabetes.

a hormone that promotes glucose utilisation, protein synthesis and the formation and storage of neutral lipi

The digestive enzyme that is responsible for breaking down glucose in the blood.

a polypeptide hormone secreted by the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. Insulin regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats, especially the conversion of glucose to glycogen, which lowers the blood glucose level. Insulin can be synthetically created for use in the medical treatment and management of diabetes

An anabolic hormone secreted by the pancreas that aids the body inmaintaining proper blood sugar levels and promoting glycogen storage. Insulin secretion speeds themovement of nutrients through the bloodstream and into muscle for growth.

A hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas make insulin. When the body cannot make enough insulin, insulin is usually given to dogs and cats by injection.

The three main characteristics of insulin, as part of the treatment protocol for diabetes, include:• Onset: The length of time before the insulin reaches the bloodstream to begin lowering the blood glucose.• Peak time: The period of time at which the insulin is working at its maximum strength to lower blood glucose levels.• Duration: The amount of time that the insulin lasts to lower blood glucose levels.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that regulates sugar in the body.

an enzyme inhibitor needed for the digestive system to break down foods for absorption in the body. A lack of insulin production by the body may result in a condition called diabetes, which can affect blood alcohol analysis.

A hormone made by your pancreas and needed to carry glucose into your cells for fuel.

a hormone that helps the body use glucose (sugar) for energy. The beta cells in the pancreas (in areas called the Islets of Langerhans) make the insulin. When the body cannot make enough insulin on its own, a person with diabetes can inject insulin made from other sources.

a hormone secreted by the pancreas essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates and used in the treatment and control of diabetes.

Insulin is one of two main hormones produced by the pancreas and the body's major metabolic hormone. When the blood's glucose increases, insulin is released by the pancreas to help transfer glucose into the cells for energy. Insulin also helps convert extra glucose to storage in fatty tissue, and helps promote amino acids which are turned into protein and stored in muscle. In the liver, it aids in extra glucose being stored as glycogen. Insulin can raise cholesterol levels and cause retention of fluids and salt and it gets in the way of breaking down stored fat. A lack of adequate insulin or lack of sufficient sensitivity to insulin's effects in the body can lead to diabetes.

A hormone secreted by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. This hormone regulates the metabolism of fats and proteins, which in turn lowers the body's blood glucose level. Insulin is also used in the treatment of diabetes.

juice secreted by the pancreas

a hormone secretade by the islet cells of the pancreas; it is essential for the use of glucose by cells to produce energy; it lowers the blood glucose level.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that lets blood glucose get into cells. Insulin lowers the level of glucose in the blood.

A hormone secreted by the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas in response to increase blood sugar levels. Insulin regulates the metabolism of glucose, and helps transfer the blood sugar into the muscle cells and other body tissues. Insufficient insulin secretion results in hyperglycemia, hyperlipemia, ketonemia and azoturia. It is the cause of diabetes mellitus, eventually resulting in lethargy and weight loss. A synthetic version of the hormone, also known as insulin is used in treating diabetes, with the different brands varying in promptness, intensity and duration of action. Pharmacological insulin is delivered through subcutaneous injection.

An anabolic hormone secreted by the pancreas which helps the body in maintaining proper blood sugar levels and promoting glycogen storage.

A hormone secreted by groups of cells within the pancreas called islet cells. Carbohydrates are absorbed from the intestines into the bloodstream after a meal. Insulin is then secreted by the pancreas in response to this detected increase in blood sugar. Most cells of the body have insulin receptors which bind the insulin which is in the circulation. When a cell has insulin attached to its surface, the cell activates other receptors designed to absorb glucose (sugar) from the blood stream into the inside of the cell.

a hormone made in the pancreas that controls the level of sugar in the blood. Insulin permits cells to use blood sugar for energy.

A hormone made in the pancreas. It regulates the way sugar, fat, and protein are moved into the cells, and the way they are stored or used for energy.

A powerful hormone produced in the pancreas. Insulin's job is to level out blood sugar levels when they are too high.

a hormone produced by the pan­creas that helps the body use glucose. It is the "key" that unlocks the "doors" to cells and allows glucose to enter. Once inside, glucose then fuels the cells.

Hormone secreted by the islets of Langerhans that functions in the control of carbohydrate metabolism. Insulin causes glucose to be absorbed into the body cells, lowering the level of glucose in the blood.

(IN-su-lin) A hormone made by the islet cells of the pancreas. Insulin controls the amount of sugar in the blood.

The hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreas. It acts to move glucose into the body's cells. Either the diabetic does not produce enough insulin or his cells cannot use it properly.

A hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas. Insulin is necessary for glucose to enter cells. Insulin is responsible for lowering blood glucose.

Insulin is a chemical (a hormone) made by the pancreas that helps transport glucose from the blood vessels into the body's cells for use as energy. When the body senses an increase in blood glucose levels from consumption of foods that are high in carbohydrates (sugars and starches), the pancreas releases insulin into the blood stream in order to regulate blood sugar levels and convert the glucose to energy. If your body doesn't make enough insulin or if the insulin doesn't work the way it should, glucose can't get into your cells and it stays in your blood instead. Then, your blood glucose level gets too high, causing pre-diabetes or diabetes.

A protein hormone secreted by the islands of Langerhans of the pancreas; insulin deficiency produces hyperglycemia, otherwise known as diabetes mellitus.

Acts on liver to stimulate formation of glycogen from glucose and to inhibit the conversion of non-carbohydrates into glucose.

A hormone secreted by a group of cells in the pancreas in response to high blood sugar levels. Defective secretion of or response to insulin is the cause of diabetes.

Hormone produced by the pancreas; essential for proper use of glucose in the body.

a hormone secreted by special cells in the pancreas in response to increased blood glucose (blood sugar) concentrations

Dependent Diabetes see type 1 diabetes.

A hormone produced in the pancreas by the islets of Langherhans, regulating the amount of glucose in the blood and the lack of which causes diabetes.

A hormone that helps the body use blood glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas make insulin. When people with diabetes can't make enough insulin, they may have to inject it from another source.

A hormone that helps the body use glucose (sugar) for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas produce the insulin.

hormone produced in the pancreas that decreases blood sugar

A hormone that stimulates the body to use glucose and is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. It is sometimes used in Stim tests.

A peptide hormone secreted by the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas that enables the body to metabolise and use glucose. Lack of or insensitivity to insulin results in diabetes

a hormone secreted in the pancreas to regulate glucose levels in the body

A protein hormone released by the pancreas that helps glucose move out of the blood and into the cells in the body, where the glucose can be used as energy and nourishment.

A substance that is made in the pancreas, that is essential for the body to properly use carbohydrates (sugars), lipids, and proteins. It regulates blood sugar levels by helping tissues to consume sugar into their cells (called "glucose uptake") or by turning excess glucose into glycogen and other compounds (fatty acids, triglycerides) that store glucose and help to reduce the release of glucose from the liver. When insulin production is low it results in diabetes mellitus.

Insulin is a polypeptide hormone secreted by the -cells of the pancreas. It has a molecular weight of 6,000 and is synthesized as an inactive precursor, proinsulin. The secretion of insulin is stimulated by glucose and the parasympathetic nervous system. Insulin signals the fed state (high blood glucose levels) and stimulates the storage of fuels and the synthesis of proteins. See also: Epinephrine; Low blood sugar; Diabetes mellitus

A hormone made by the islet cells of the pancreas. Insulin controls the amount of sugar in the blood by moving it into the cells, where it can be used by the body for energy.

hormone made by the pancreas that helps the body use sugar by letting the sugar pass into the cells.

an anabolic hormone that transports the sugar to the muscle. It also promotes increased amino acid entry into muscle and increases muscle protein synthesis. Too much insulin can cause sugar to bypass muscle and be stored as body fat.

Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas. It promotes glucose utilization, protein synthesis, and the formation and storage of lipids. Its chemical structure is completely known and insulin obtained from various animals is used in the treatment of diabetes.

Hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells.

Insulin regulates the level of glucose in the blood and ensures that enough is taken in by the body cells for nourishment.

The substance (hormone) made by the pancreas that allows sugar to pass into cells.

a hormone secreted by the pancreas involved in carbohydrate metabolism.

Insulin is the major metabolic of the body. The pancreas produces insulin where it is released as levels of glucose in the blood increases. It assists in the transfer of glucose into the cells for energy. It assists in the conversion of extra glucose into fatty tissue, as well as the promotion of amino acids into protein for storage in muscle tissue. Insulin is used in the liver to store extra glucose as glycogen.

A protein pancreatic hormone that is essential especially for the metabolism of carbohydrates and is used in the treatment and control of diabetes mellitus.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that controls blood sugar and influences protein synthesis and fat metabolism.

A hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreatic islets of Langerhans make the insulin. Can be commercially prepared as an injectable substance for use by people who do not make enough of their own.

Hormone produced by pancreas that converts body's glucose into energy.

A pancreatic hormone that enables the body to metabolize glucose (a type of sugar) properly.

A hormone produced in the pancreas by beta cells, which is necessary for glucose (blood sugar) to be able to enter certain cells of the body and be used for energy.

a hormone, secreted by the pancreas, that controls the level of glucose in the blood. Diabetes occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin, or the body is unable to effectively utilize the insulin produced.

A peptide hormone produced in the pancreas. Insulin enables the body to metabolize and use glucose (sugar). Lack of or insensitivity to insulin results in diabetes.

(IN-sah-lin) A hormone in the body that helps move glucose (sugar) from the blood to muscles and other tissues. Insulin controls blood sugar levels.

A hormone produced in the pancreas that lowers the blood sugar level. Its effect is opposite to that of glucagon.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that helps regulate carbohydrate metabolism.

An anabolic (growth-promoting) hormone produced by the beta cells in the pancreas; it directs the passage of glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids into cells and promotes their storage (see Diabetes).

hormone produced by the pancreas, which helps glucose leave the blood and enter the muscles and other tissues of the body.

Protein hormone that regulates blood sugar, made in cells of the pancreas. In the laboratory, microbes given a copy of the gene for human insulin can make insulin to treat diabetes mellitus, a shortage of insulin.

hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas make insulin. When the body cannot make enough insulin, insulin is taken by injection or through use of an insulin pump.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas that is used by the body to utilize sugar and protein.

A hormone involved in the storage of glucose (sugar) in tissues. Insulin helps regulate glucose concentration in the blood.

Insulin is a hormone released by the pancreas that helps the body to control blood sugar levels.

A hormone produced by the pancreas.

The hormone produced by the pancreas for regulating carbohydrate metabolism. Used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.

A hormone secreted by the beta cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. Needed by many cells to use glucose for energy.

hormone secreted by the pancreas. It reduces the blood sugar level.

The hormone secreted by the pancreas. See also hormone.

A hormone secreted by the pancreas in response to elevated blood glucose levels. Insulin stimulates the liver, muscles, and fat cells to remove glucose from the blood for use or storage.

A protein hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas that signals the fed state. It is secreted in response to elevated blood levels of glucose.

A hormone that promotes the transfer of sugar into the body cells for energy production.

Insulin (from Latin insula, "island", as it is produced in the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas) is a polypeptide hormone that regulates carbohydrate metabolism. Apart from being the primary agent in carbohydrate homeostasis, it has effects on fat metabolism and it changes the liver's activity in storing or releasing glucose and in processing blood lipids, and in other tissues such as fat and muscle. The amount of insulin in circulation has extremely widespread effects throughout the body.