Synonyms of insulin

Noun


1. insulin, hormone, endocrine, internal secretion, hypoglycemic agent, hypoglycaemic agent

usage: hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells

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Definition and meaning of insulin (Dictionary)