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Basal rate: The amount of insulin required to manage normal daily blood glucose fluctuations. Most people constantly produce insulin to manage the glucose fluctuations that occur during the day. In a person with Diabetes, giving a constant low level amount of insulin via insulin pump mimics this normal phenomenon.
Insulin: A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps the body use glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas make insulin. (Above Source: Web MD : Diabetes Glossary of Terms) Insulin Therapy: The Basal dose is the standard dose you take daily. For example, if someone was on Lantus (long acting) and Novolog (short acting) the Lantus would be taken once per day as the basal dose, and the Novolog would be taken with meals as the bolus. With an insulin pump, the basal dose is the dose that you get per hour, while the bolus is what you take to cover meals.
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What hormone is involved in regulating basal metabolism?
Insulin (pancrease
What is basale?
Basal rate: The amount of insulin required to manage normal daily blood glucose fluctuations. Most people constantly produce insulin to manage the glucose fluctuations that occur during the day. In a person with Diabetes, giving a constant low level amount of insulin via insulin pump mimics this normal phenomenon.Insulin: A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps the body use glucose for energy. The beta cells of the pancreas make insulin. (Above Source: Web MD : Diabetes Glossary of Terms) Insulin Therapy: The Basal dose is the standard dose you take daily. For example, if someone was on Lantus (long acting) and Novolog (short acting) the Lantus would be taken once per day as the basal dose, and the Novolog would be taken with meals as the bolus. With an insulin pump, the basal dose is the dose that you get per hour, while the bolus is what you take to cover meals.
What is the difference between regular insulin and sliding scale insulin?
Regular insulin is generally basal and bolus i.e a basal rate that runs 24 hours and a bolus that deals purely with carbs eaten. sliding scale is a programme where a fast acting insulin is released at a rate per hour constantly and increased only when carbs are injested. Generally sliding scale is used during a surgical proceedure when you are starved. It ensures your body gets the correct background insulin when no bolus is required.
How long should there be between bolus and basal dose?
Typically, there should be a gap of at least 30 minutes to 1 hour between administering a bolus dose and a basal dose of insulin. This allows the bolus insulin to start working effectively to cover immediate carbohydrate intake while the basal insulin maintains steady blood glucose levels throughout the day. However, specific recommendations can vary based on individual needs and healthcare provider guidance. Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Why protamine used with insulin?
Protamine is used with insulin to create a longer-acting formulation, often referred to as protamine insulin or NPH insulin. It acts by binding to insulin, which slows its absorption and prolongs its action in the body. This combination helps in managing blood sugar levels over an extended period, making it suitable for patients who require basal insulin support. The use of protamine allows for a more stable and sustained release of insulin, improving glycemic control.
What are the names of long acting insulins?
Long-acting insulins include insulin glargine (Lantus, Toujeo), insulin detemir (Levemir), and insulin degludec (Tresiba). These insulins provide a steady release of insulin over an extended period, helping to manage blood glucose levels throughout the day and night. They are commonly used in the treatment of diabetes to maintain basal insulin levels.
Can you take apidra and lantus together?
Yes you can take both Apidra and Lantus together. Lantus is a Basal insulin taken once a day at the same time each day, and Apidra is a meal time insulin that you take to control blood sugars after you eat. Your doctor will prescribe these types of insulin's to you once your pancreas efficiency has reduced.
What is the body's major metabolic hormone?
The Thyroid gland produces thyroxine, which regulates metabolism throughout the body.
What do you need everyday if you have type 1 diabetes?
It really depends. If you are on Basal Bolus, then you inject yourself with insulin four times a day: after every meal (with quick acting insulin) and then before bed (with slow acting insulin). You also have to do a blood test to check you blood sugar four times a day :before each meal and before bed. Hope this helps
What is basal adjectives?
basal adjective is an adjective that is basal
What is lancet insulin?
Probably you want to talk about the Lantus insulin. This is designer insulin, which is less soluble. This gives peak less basal layer of the insulin for about 24 hours. Together with soluble insulin, it gives very good control of the blood glucose level. I am strongly against the use of such designer insulins. Such designer insulins are good for short term and bad for long term use. They will give rise to insulin resistance in long term use. Your immunity does not accept alteration of the amino acid sequence.You do not know about the other effects of such manipulation.
A bolus insulin does it means some rapid insulin mixed with a lente one?
A bolus of insulin refers to the dose you take to cover food you've eaten with short acting insulin. As opposed to the basal dose, which is the dose you take once or twice a day (or if you're on a pump, the amount set to go in per hour) that is constant throughout the day. The bolus is usually carbohydrate based (ex. 1 unit per 10 grams of carbs) and so it varies.
