Evaluation of beta-cell secretory capacity using glucagon-like peptide 1

Tina Vilsbøll, Mette Toft Nielsen, T Krarup, S Madsbad, Birthe Irene Dinesen, Jens Møller Holst

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Abstract

Beta-cell secretory capacity is often evaluated with a glucagon test or a meal test. However, glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) is the most insulinotropic hormone known, and the effect is preserved in type 2 diabetic patients.
Original languageEnglish
JournalDiabetes Care
Volume23
Issue number6
Pages (from-to)807-12
Number of pages6
ISSN0149-5992
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jun 2000

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