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Would you explain the regulation of blood sugar in the body?
Would you explain the regulation of blood sugar in the body?
Would you explain the regulation of blood sugar in the body?
Insulin reduces the body's blood sugar levels and provides cells with glucose for energy by helping cells absorb glucose. When blood sugar levels are too low, the pancreas releases glucagon. Glucagon instructs the liver to release stored glucose, which causes the body's blood sugar levels to rise.
Last updated on 21 Mar 2023
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My blood sugar level is 132 after eating. Am I diabetic?
The blood sugar levels are slightly elevated if it crossed 140mg/dl that means that your are falling under the category diabetes.
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In a healthy person, insulin starts working, and the blood sugar level returns to the pre-meal level 2 hours after eating
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Elevated post prandial glucose levels are levels which are found after a meal that rise sharply and can be detected in post prandial tests.
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PPBS Test
PPBS, Glucose PP, Postpardinal Plasma Glucose Concentration
- Reports: Within 24 Hrs
- Blood is collected 2 hrs after meal