INSULIN
\ˈɪnsuːlˌɪn], \ˈɪnsuːlˌɪn], \ˈɪ_n_s_uː_l_ˌɪ_n]\
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hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
By Princeton University
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hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A protein hormone secreted by beta cells of the pancreas. Insulin plays a major role in the regulation of glucose metabolism, generally promoting the cellular utilization of glucose. It is also an important regulator of protein and lipid metabolism. Insulin is used as a drug to control insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
