Insulin tolerance test
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insulin-tolerance-test-320-18184103
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Insulin tolerance test
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An insulin tolerance test (ITT) is a medical diagnostic procedure during which insulin is injected into a patient's vein, after which blood glucose is measured at regular intervals. This procedure is performed to assess pituitary function, adrenal function, insulin sensitivity, and sometimes for other purposes. An ITT is usually ordered and interpreted by an endocrinologist. When used to assess insulin sensitivity, a standard dose of insulin is administered, and blood glucose is monitored with f
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Medical diagnostic procedure
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2023-10-14T16:48:40Z
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