Bolo
Bolo
Bolo (/ˈboʊloʊ/; from the Spanish term bolo, meaning "ball") is a medical term used to describe a large single dose of insulin given to individuals with diabetes to control blood sugar levels.
Etymology
The term bolo is derived from the Spanish word bolo, which means "ball". In the context of diabetes management, it refers to a "ball" or lump sum of insulin delivered all at once to manage blood sugar levels.
Pronunciation
The term bolo is pronounced as /ˈboʊloʊ/.
Related Terms
- Insulin: A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood. The lack of insulin causes a form of diabetes.
- Diabetes: A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.
- Blood Sugar Level: The amount of glucose (sugar) present in the blood of a human or animal.
- Insulin Pump: A medical device used for the administration of insulin in the treatment of diabetes.
- Basal Rate: The rate at which insulin is pumped into the bloodstream in the absence of meals in order to maintain normal blood sugar levels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bolo
- Wikipedia's article - Bolo
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