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beta cell [′bād·ə ‚sel] (histology) Any of the basophilic chromophiles in the anterior lobe of the adenohypophysis. One of the cells of the islets of Langerhans which produce insulin. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body's immune system kills pancreatic beta cells, which make the hormone insulin that controls blood glucose. Right now in some patients who are newly diagnosed with Type 1, we know there are some beta cells still alive that, over time, will be destroyed. GLP-1 stimulates pancreatic beta cells to increase the secretion of insulin, so GLP-1 has the potential to improve beta cell function itself. |
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