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Blood insulin=29.5 on lantus (insulin glargine) 62 units, humalog 17 units. am i still producing endogenous insulin?

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Dr. Linda DiMeglio answered

Specializes in Pediatric Endocrinology

Need more info: Most people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes continue to make insulin for many years. The way to tell this is by measuring a blood level of c-peptide. Also- Since you are only 45, if you are not obese, would check with your doctor to see if you might have later onset type 1.

Dr Katz agreed

Answered 12/31/2016

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A member asked:

Blood insulin=29.5 on lantus (insulin glargine) 62 units, humalog 17 units. am i still producing endogenous insulin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda DiMeglio answered

Dr Katz agreed

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