Diabetes Glossary
gram
a unit of weight in the metric system. An ounce equals 28 grams. In some meal plans for people with diabetes, the Read more»
HDL Cholesterol
Abbreviation for High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol
heart disease
Heart disease is a broad term used to describe a range of diseases that affect your heart, and in some cases, your Read more»
hemodialysis
see dialysis .
hemoglobin A1C test
see A1C .
heredity
the passing of a trait from parent to child.
HHNS
Abbreviation for Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome .
high blood glucose
Common name for Hyperglycemia .
high blood pressure
Common name for Hypertension .
High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol
(LIP-oh-PRO-teen)(kuh-LESS-tuh-rawl): a fat found in the blood that takes extra cholesterol from the blood to the liver for removal. Sometimes called “good” Read more»
HLA
Abbreviation for Human Leukocyte Antigens .
honeymoon phase
temporary remission of hyperglycemia that occurs in some people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes , when some insulin secretion resumes for a short time, usually a Read more»
hormone
a chemical produced in one part of the body and released into the blood to trigger or regulate particular functions of the Read more»