Meaning amylin
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amylin


(AM-ih-lin) a hormone formed by beta cells in the pancreas. Amylin regulates the timing of glucose release into the bloodstream after eating by slowing the emptying of the stomach.
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A pancreatic beta-Cell Hormone that is co-secreted with Insulin. It displays an anorectic effect on nutrient Metabolism by inhibiting Gastric Acid Secretion, Gastric Emptying and postprandial Glucagon [..]
Source: online-medical-dictionary.org

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amylin


a hormone
Source: felinediabetes.com

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amylin


Natural hormone produced by pancreatic beta cells that moderates the glucose lowering effects of insulin. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (22 Feb 2008)
Source: mondofacto.com (offline)





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