recombinant human insulin

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noun

a form of insulin (trade name Humulin) made from recombinant DNA that is identical to human insulin;
used to treat diabetics who are allergic to preparations made from beef or pork insulin
• Syn:
Humulin
• Usage Domain:
trade name (for: Humulin)
• Hypernyms:
insulin