NOUN | body | recombinant human insulin, Humulin | a form of insulin (trade name Humulin) made from recombinant DNA that is identical to human insulin |
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Meaning | A form of insulin (trade name Humulin) made from recombinant DNA that is identical to human insulin; used to treat diabetics who are allergic to preparations made from beef or pork insulin. | |
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Synonym | Humulin | |
Broader | insulin | hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas |
Spanish | insulina humana recombinante |
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