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Insulin Kinetic Profiling

Meaning

The advanced clinical technique of measuring and analyzing the time-dependent changes in plasma insulin concentration following a controlled metabolic stimulus, typically a glucose load. This profiling yields a dynamic picture of insulin secretion rates, clearance rates, and overall temporal response, providing a far more nuanced assessment of pancreatic beta-cell function and peripheral insulin sensitivity than single-point measurements. It is a powerful tool for early detection of pre-diabetic states.