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The _________ cells of pancreatic islets produce insulin
a. alpha
b. beta
e. delta
d. F
Introduction:
A pancreatic islet is a cluster of cells in the pancreas. There are four types of cells in the pancreatic islet. They are the alpha cells, beta cells, delta cells, and F cells. They are concentrated in different locations in different proportions.
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The beta cells of the pancreatic islet are responsible for the production of insulin. So, the correct answer is option
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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health ProfessionsNursingISBN:9781305441620Author:WOODROWPublisher:Cengage