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What sugar is referred to as blood sugar?
Glucose, the body's fuel.
What is the elevation in blood sugar called?
An elevation in blood sugar is commonly referred to as hyperglycemia.
What type of sugar is known as blood sugar?
The most simple sugar, "glucose".
Glucse Is a?
Glucose is a common carbohydrate. It is a simple sugar which can cause blood sugar to rise.
How would blood sugar react if insulin stopped working?
If insulin stops working, your blood sugar goes up. Simple as that.
Which carbohydrate is also known as blood sugar?
Glucose is the carbohydrate that is also known as blood sugar. It is a simple sugar that serves as the primary source of energy for the body's cells.
How do you check blood sugar levels?
Blood sugar levels are checked with a simple little machine. What it does is prick a persons finger to draw a little bit of blood and the machine reads it.
If your blood sugar is 270 Is that high?
A normal blood sugar reading should hit between 80 - 120. If the blood sugar levels are higher than this range, it is referred to as hyperglycemia. If the blood sugar levels are lower than this range, it is referred to as hypoglycemia. To specifically answer you question: 270 mg/dl Blood sugar is high, however, it should not be anything to be worried about, just give yourself the correct ammount of insulin as correction, (careful not to overdose and go into hypoglycemia) and carry on with life.
What is a sugar coma?
I think you are probably referring to when a diabetic has hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. Sometimes this is referred to as a sugar coma because it is when the patient's blood sugar is so low that it can cause them to become very lethargic, and even slip into a coma or die.
Are monosaccharides absorbed in blood or lymph?
Monosaccharides are simple sugars with three to seven carbon atoms in its carbon skeletons. They are absorbed in the blood because, most organisms use glucose (which is also referred to as blood sugar) as a source of energy. The energy in glucose, and in all molecules, is contained in the atoms and bonds of the molecule itself.
What does dextrose do to blood sugar levels?
Dextrose, a simple sugar, quickly raises blood sugar levels when consumed. It is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, leading to an increase in glucose levels, which can be beneficial in treating hypoglycemia. However, for individuals with insulin resistance or diabetes, dextrose can cause spikes in blood sugar that necessitate careful management. Overall, its impact on blood sugar levels is immediate and significant.
Where can I find more information on high blood sugar ?
I have high blood sugar problems, so I understand your need for researching this. High blood sugar is caused by a rise in the glucose levels in your blood. Sugars and simple carbohydrates can cause this to happen in individuals with a tendency towards diabetes. A site I found to be beneficial is: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/high_blood_sugar_hyperglycemia/article_em.htm
