howMed Know Yourself
Insulin is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of pancreas, and is important in the regulation of carbohydrate and … Read More »
Diagnostic Tests of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus is categorized by disorders of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. Diagnostic tests are numerous, most of them are … Read More »
Diabetes Mellitus
It is the commonest endocrine disorder characterised by:- –Chronic hyperglycaemia –Glycosuria –Abnormalities of protein and fat metabolism –Electrolyte disturbances –Complications … Read More »
Endocrine Functions of Pancreas
Pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine organ. Pancreatic acini secrete digestive juices while Islets of Langerhans are involved … Read More »
Endocrine System- An Introduction
Endocrine System uses chemical signals for cell to cell communication. It coordinates the function of cells.The response to an endocrine … Read More »
