Before Insulin from Recombinant DNA Became Available,diabetics Were Treated with Insulin

question 42

True/False

Before insulin from recombinant DNA became available,diabetics were treated with insulin derived from cadavers.

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Definitions:

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones, leading to hyperthyroidism.

Insulin Deficiency

A condition characterized by the inadequate production or use of insulin, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.

Pancreas

A gland located in the abdominal cavity that plays a key role in digestion and blood sugar regulation by secreting digestive enzymes and insulin.

Diabetes

A metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period due to insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production.