Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To explain: The reason for providing insulin to the body by injection only and not by oral pill.

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes is diagnosed with insulin deficiency. The cells of the immune system start killing beta cells present in islets of the pancreas that secrete insulin.

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