For example, it could lead to synthetic biological circuits that constantly measure glucose levels in the blood of diabetic patients, automatically triggering the release of insulin when it is needed. (sciencedaily.com)
With a genetic switch, researchers could also lower cholesterol levels in the blood at any desirable time point. (sciencedaily.com)
The constant high sugar level in the blood over time develops into diabetes, a so - called chronic illness. (hawaiinaturopathicretreat.com)