Glucose effectiveness and insulin sensitivity

[brogers]

I'm reading an article about glucose dynamics and there were two terms I wasn't sure about. I'm guessing insulin sensitivity is how much glucose is absorbed by a certain amount of insulin, but what is glucose effectiveness?
Any help is appreciated.

 

[DanP]

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[quicknote]

I can provide a clarification on the terms "glucose effectiveness" and "insulin sensitivity." Glucose effectiveness refers to the ability of the body's tissues to take up glucose from the blood without the presence of insulin. This is often referred to as "non-insulin-mediated glucose uptake" and is primarily controlled by the body's own glucose transporters.

On the other hand, insulin sensitivity refers to the body's response to insulin and its ability to properly utilize glucose. It is a measure of how much glucose is taken up by the body in response to a certain amount of insulin. A high level of insulin sensitivity means that the body is able to effectively use insulin to regulate glucose levels, while a low level of insulin sensitivity may indicate insulin resistance and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

In summary, glucose effectiveness and insulin sensitivity are both important factors in maintaining healthy glucose levels in the body. Glucose effectiveness represents the body's ability to take up glucose without the need for insulin, while insulin sensitivity reflects the body's response to insulin and its ability to regulate glucose levels. I hope this helps clarify the terms for you.