hyperinsulinism
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hy·per·in·su·lin·ism

noun \ˌhī-pər-ˈin(t)-s(ə-)lə-ˌni-zəm\

Definition of HYPERINSULINISM

: the presence of excess insulin in the body resulting in hypoglycemia

Origin of HYPERINSULINISM

International Scientific Vocabulary
First Known Use: 1924

hy·per·in·su·lin·ism

noun \ˌhī-pə-ˈrin(t)-s(ə-)lə-ˌniz-əm\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of HYPERINSULINISM

: the presence of excess insulin in the body resulting in hypoglycemia

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