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Insulin

PL-0146: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. Insulin is a hormone made by the body. It helps control blood glucose (sugar) levels. Insulin is like a key that opens the locks on the body’s cells to allow glucose to get inside. Glucose is used for energy.

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