inulin

• Substantivo que designa um tipo de fibra alimentar e carboidrato (polissacarídeo) presente em algumas plantas, usado na produção de frutose e como substância diagnóstica para avaliar a função renal.

A noun referring to a type of dietary fiber and carbohydrate found in certain plants, used in the production of fructose and as a diagnostic substance for evaluating kidney function.

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1. Polysaccharide used in food productionB2formaltechnical

   A starch-like polysaccharide found in roots of chicory, dahlia, and Jerusalem artichoke, used commercially to produce fructose.

   Polissacarídeo usado na produção de alimentos

   • Inulin is commonly extracted from chicory roots for sweetener production.
   • The food industry uses inulin to make high-fructose syrup.
   • Manufacturers add inulin to some products as a prebiotic fiber.

2. Diagnostic agent for kidney functionC1formalmedical

   A substance used in medical tests to measure glomerular filtration rate and assess kidney health.

   Agente diagnóstico para função renal

   • Inulin clearance is a standard test for evaluating kidney function.
   • The doctor ordered an inulin test to check the patient's renal health.
   • Researchers use inulin to accurately measure glomerular filtration rate.