Author : S. Falkmer
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483186628
Total Pages : 585 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (831 download)
Book Synopsis The Structure and Metabolism of the Pancreatic Islets by : S. Falkmer
Download or read book The Structure and Metabolism of the Pancreatic Islets written by S. Falkmer and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Structure and Metabolism of the Pancreatic Islets: A Centennial of Paul Langerhans' Discovery is a collection of that presents the advancement in the field of pancreatic islet research, particularly in the area of biosynthesis and secretion of insulin. The title also serves as a commemorative material to Paul Langerhans' work. The text first covers the differentiation and growth of the endocrine pancreas, and then proceeds to tackling a- and ß-cells. Next, the selection deals with the glucose metabolism of the pancreatic islets. The text also discusses the biosynthesis and storage of insulin, along with insulin release. The seventh part details pancreatic islets and diabetes. The book will be of great use to students, researchers, and practitioners of medicine.