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Insulin

Insulin is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of pancreas, and is important in the regulation of carbohydrate and …

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Diagnostic Tests of Diabetes Mellitus

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Diabetes Mellitus is categorized by disorders of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. Diagnostic tests are numerous, most of them are …

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Diabetes Mellitus

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It is the commonest endocrine disorder characterised by:- –Chronic hyperglycaemia –Glycosuria –Abnormalities of protein and fat metabolism –Electrolyte disturbances –Complications …

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Endocrine Functions of Pancreas

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Pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine organ. Pancreatic acini secrete digestive juices while Islets of Langerhans are involved …

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