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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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The electrical activity of mouse pancreatic beta-cells recorded in viva shows glucose-dependent oscillations. Zandong Yang, DT 22669 has demonstrated preclinical efficacy in protecting human beta-cells from cytokine damage and in reducing the development of type 1 diabetes in a rodent model. nbsp;transplantation offers the potential of terminating the autoimmune response that drives the destruction of insulin-producing beta-cells and eliminating the need for life-long insulin therapy. |
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