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C-peptide

C-peptide is a “connecting” peptide that is formed when proinsulin splits into insulin and C-peptide. C-peptide has many beneficial effects…

01 Jan 2012
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Secondary glaucoma

Secondary glaucoma can occur following a number of different diseases. In adults it may be seen following infection of the…

01 Jan 2012
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Sorbitol

Sorbitol is prepared synthetically and used as a sugar substitute for people with diabetes.

01 Jan 2012
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Diabetic maculopathy

As diabetic retinopathy progresses, the macula area of the eye may become involved, leading to diabetic maculopathy. Diabetic maculopathy is…

01 Jan 2012
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Glycosuria

Glycosuria is a condition characterised by excessive glucose in the urine. It is often a symptom…

01 Jan 2012
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Metabolic Acidosis

Metabolic acidosis is a condition characterised by increased acidity of the blood resulting from metabolic imbalance. For example, it may…

01 Jan 2012
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Polyuria

Polyuria is a kidney disorder in which a person produces abnormally large amounts of pale-coloured urine.

01 Jan 2012
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Genetic Susceptibility Factors

Genetic susceptibility factors are characteristics of a person’s genes that increase their susceptibility to a health condition, for…

01 Jan 2012
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Polydipsia

Polydipsia is a condition characterised by excessive thirst, fluid consumption (> 3 litres per day) and urine output.

01 Jan 2012

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