Proinsulin/insulin ratio as a predictor of insulin resistance and B-cell dysfunction in obese Egyptians ((insulin resistance & B-cell dysfunction in obese Egyptian))
Conclusionboth beta cell dysfunction and insulin resistance increased in obese group and so increased risk of type 2 diabetes. We found that Pro insulin/insulin ratio is a significant predictor for insulin resistance and Proinsulin is good predictor for beta cell dysfunction.
Source: Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
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