human insulin en · NOUN
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The insulin produced by (the pancreas of) the human body, as contrasted with porcine insulin, bovine insulin, murine insulin, or other animalian forms, which are in some cases slightly different molecularly.
- (countable, often, qualifier:health care, uncountable) Synonym of regular insulin.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| human insulins | Number=Plur | lexicographic |