Pancreatic Islets Flashcards

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What are the 3 types of cells in the islets of langerhans ?

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What is the action of insulin on carbohydrate metabolism ?

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Stimulates glucose utilization and storage
Inhibits glucose production
Hypoglycemia

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What is the action of insulin on protein metabolism ?

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Inhibits protein degradation
Mediates cell growth

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What is the action of insulin on lipid metabolism ?

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Stimulates lipogenesis

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