Insulin resistance, glucagon-like peptide-1 and factors influencing glucose homeostasis in neonates

Conclusion Preterm neonates exhibit insulin resistance in the absence of hyperglycaemia. Enteral feeds result in an increase in GLP-1. These factors are likely to contribute to the increased risk of hyperglycaemia in premature neonates (PMA<32 weeks).
Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Fetal and Neonatal Edition - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Drugs: CNS (not psychiatric), Child health, Infant health, Neonatal and paediatric intensive care, Neonatal health, Diabetes, Metabolic disorders Original articles Source Type: research