insulin
/ˈɪnsəlɪn/
noun
- A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps the body use sugar for energy.
- People with type 1 diabetes need to take insulin every day.
- After eating, the body releases insulin to process the glucose in the blood.
- The doctor explained how insulin helps control blood sugar levels.
- A medication containing this hormone, used to treat diabetes.
- The pharmacy carries several types of insulin for different patients.
- He gave himself an insulin injection before breakfast.
- She keeps her insulin in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.