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Pancreatic islets communicate with lymphoid tissues via exocytosis of insulin peptides

Published Jun 7, 2018 · Xiaoxiao Wan, B. Zinselmeyer, P. Zakharov

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Study Snapshot

Pancreatic islets release catabolized insulin peptide fragments, which can trigger autoimmunity and autoimmune type 1 diabetes by triggering autoreactivity in lymphoid tissues.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Pancreatic islets communicate with lymphoid tissues via exocytosis of insulin peptides

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