| glucose |
A type of sugar; the chief source of energy for living organisms.
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| glucose tolerance test |
a test that evaluates the body's response to glucose after a period of fasting; used to check for diabetes mellitus
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| glucocorticoid |
Hormones produced by the adrenal gland which regulate protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, and are important to almost every function of cells and organs. They also stabilize cell membranes which is an important part of their function in treating allergic reactions. Also called glucocorticosteroids.
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| glucosamine |
One of the building blocks the body uses to make new cartilage.
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| glucose |
A naturally occurring sugar found in fruits and honey.
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