BCH4024 OC SP25 E3 Q26: The next two questions relate to the…
BCH4024 OC SP25 E3 Q26: The next two questions relate to the following clinical scenario: Sparty has type 1 diabetes mellitus. His body is unable to produce insulin, and hence hormonal regulation associated with insulin is not observed. He has just been admitted to the hospital with symptoms of Kussmaul respirations (rapid and deep breathing), polyuria (frequent urination) and polydipsia (frequent thirst). Initial lab data indicated elevated blood glucose, and the presence of glucose and ketone bodies in the urine. Sparty must use a mixture of insulin analogs to maintain his blood glucose due to the lack of production of insulin by his pancreas. Which of the following statements correctly describes native human insulin?