3 Questions
Which hormone is secreted by beta cells along with insulin?
Amylin
What can excessive amounts of IAPP lead to in type 2 diabetes?
Formation of amyloid deposits
What is the consequence of amyloid deposition in the pancreatic islets?
Beta-cell dysfunction and death
Test your knowledge on amyloid deposition in type 2 diabetes and its impact on pancreatic islets. Explore the role of islet amyloid polypeptide (IAPP) and its association with beta-cell dysfunction.
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