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Diabetes | Virtual Lab

Learn the basics of Type II diabetes.
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Diabetes
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Simulation Details

Length:
32
Min
Level:
High School
Higher Education
Accessibility Mode:
Yes
Language:
English
Spanish

Learning Objectives

  • Understand how Type II diabetes is diagnosed
  • Understand the risk factors for Type II diabetes
  • Understand the function of insulin in the body
  • Understand how untreated diabetes affects organ function
  • Regulate Type II diabetes
  • Know how and when to measure blood sugar levels using a glucose meter
  • Understand the effect of insulin and diabetes medication
  • Prepare a syringe with insulin and know how to inject insulin
  • Understand how a healthy diet and regular exercise help to regulate Type II diabetes

Skills Developed

Learners practice Laboratory Instruments & Methods, developing skills in performing titration, interpreting NMR, IR, and mass spectrometry results, conducting chromatography and PCR, and carrying out synthetic and sample preparation techniques.

Learners practice Data Analysis & Graphing, developing skills in data tabulation, creating 2D and 3D graphical representations, identifying patterns, and relating macroscopic trends to microscopic structures.

Lab Techniques

  • Blood glucose measurement
  • Insulin injection
No lab techniques are listed for this simulation.

Related Standards

University:
NGSS:
  • HS-LS1-3
AP:
  • No direct alignment
IB:
  • Biology D.3 Functions of the liver
  • Biology D.1 Human nutrition
No related standards are listed for this simulation.

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What scientific skills does this simulation teach?
This simulation teaches:
Laboratory Instruments & Methods
Use common laboratory instruments and analytical methods.
Data Analysis & Graphing
Analyze experimental data and create graphs to interpret scientific results.
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Does this simulation include Laboratory Instruments & Methods practice?

Yes, this simulation includes Laboratory Instruments & Methods by developing skills in performing titration, interpreting NMR, IR, and mass spectrometry results, conducting chromatography and PCR, and carrying out synthetic and sample preparation techniques.

Does this virtual lab support Data Analysis & Graphing skills?

Yes, this virtual lab supports Data Analysis & Graphing by developing skills in data tabulation, creating 2D and 3D graphical representations, identifying patterns, and relating macroscopic trends to microscopic structures.

What is a Labster virtual lab?

A Labster virtual lab is an interactive assignment students complete online, on their own schedule. Some labs build foundational knowledge for gateway courses, using visualizations that make complex concepts easier to grasp. Others give students realistic practice with lab techniques and equipment before they step into a wet lab or a STEM career.

What types of courses does Labster support?

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