Fundamentals of Biochemistry - With Card (Custom)
Fundamentals of Biochemistry - With Card (Custom)
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Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 22, Problem 36CQ

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To explain: The reason why amylin’s effects are synergistic with insulin’s.

Concept introduction: The peptide hormone amylin is secreted along with insulin and is thus lacking in diabetic people. Amylin inhibits glucagon secretion, delays the gastric emptying, and acts as a satiety agent. Amylin acts within the brain to reduce the long-term food intake and body weight.

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To explain: The benefit of amylin effect in a hypoglycemic individual.

Concept introduction: The peptide hormone amylin is secreted along with insulin and is thus lacking in diabetic people. Amylin inhibits glucagon secretion, delays the gastric emptying, and acts as a satiety agent. Amylin acts within the brain to reduce the long-term food intake and body weight.

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