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What is insulin? Why is insulin taken?

Shikkha Web Bot·April 16, 2022· 3,423 views· 1 Answer

Diabetes (polyuria) patients are often heard to take insulin. What is this insulin, and why is it taken?

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Md. Ashraful Alam Shemul·April 16, 2022Best Answer

Insulin is a type of hormone produced in the pancreas. It helps the digestion process in the digestive system. Insulin helps the body use glucose to generate energy. However, in diabetes, the secretion of this insulin hormone can decrease. In that case, insulin is given externally to maintain balance.

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