insulina
“insulina” means “insulin” in Spanish (medical/biological hormone).
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Mi abuelo necesita una inyección de insulina todos los días.
A2My grandfather needs an insulin injection every day.
El páncreas es el órgano encargado de producir la insulina.
B1The pancreas is the organ responsible for producing insulin.
Tener mucha azúcar en la sangre afecta cómo funciona la insulina.
B1Having a lot of sugar in the blood affects how insulin works.
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From the Latin word 'insula' (island). It was named this because the hormone is produced in the 'Islets of Langerhans' within the pancreas.
First recorded: Early 20th century (coined after the hormone's discovery).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'insulina' spelled the same in all Spanish-speaking countries?
Yes, 'insulina' is the standard spelling across all of Spain and Latin America.
Do I need to capitalize 'insulina'?
No, just like in English, it is a common noun and should only be capitalized at the beginning of a sentence.
What is the most common verb to use with insulin?
The most common verbs are 'producir' (to produce), 'necesitar' (to need), and 'inyectarse' (to inject oneself).