Tumors of the pancreas (insulinoma) can cause excess secretion of insulin, thus lowering the blood glucose (sugar) level to a point that a ferret can become ill. (lbah.com)
Insulinoma is a tumor in the pancreas that causes excess secretion of insulin; this affects the body's ability to regulate blood glucose level. (waterlooanimalhospitalok.com)
It helps raise the blood glucose level without stimulating excess secretion of insulin like foods high in sugar. (lbah.com)