General Anatomy · Endocrine System · Easy

Insulin

Meaning: A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

In practice: People with Type 1 diabetes need insulin injections daily.

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Which word means: A clear fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, carrying immune cells.

Which word means: Sloping bony surface of the skull base running down to the foramen magnum.

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