The β-cell/EC axis: how do islet cells talk to each other?
The β-cell/EC axis: how do islet cells talk to each other?
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United States: American Diabetes Association
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English
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United States: American Diabetes Association
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Within the pancreatic islet, the β-cell represents the ultimate biosensor. Its central function is to accurately sense glucose levels in the blood and consequently release appropriate amounts of insulin. As the only cell type capable of insulin production, the β-cell must balance this crucial workload with self-preservation and, when required, rege...
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The β-cell/EC axis: how do islet cells talk to each other?
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TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_1490778726
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_1490778726
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0012-1797
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1939-327X
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10.2337/db13-0617
