HealthAugust 11, 2026
hyperinsulinemia
HY-per-in-suh-luh-NEE-mee-uh
Definition
A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of insulin circulating in the blood, often occurring as a compensatory response to insulin resistance.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'hyper-' (over or excessive), Latin 'insula' (island, referring to the pancreatic islets), and the Greek '-emia' (condition of the blood).
In the news
In the article, hyperinsulinemia is identified as a key candidate pathway that may explain why obesity increases pancreatic cancer risk, distinct from the effects of blood glucose levels.
Beyond Blood Sugar: What Else May Link Obesity to Pancreatic Cancer?
Read the full article ↗Gilmore Health