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insurin
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

inshurin

English Meaning(s) for インスリン

noun
  1. insulin

Definition and Synonyms for インスリン

Insulin hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas
Synonyms: インスリン
Insulin regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
Synonyms: インスリン

Categories インスリン is a member of

Hormone the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
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Hypoglycaemic Agent any of various agents that decrease the level of glucose in the blood and are used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus
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