In conclusion, GLP-1R activation triggers a series of complex physiological responses in pancreatic -cells that work together to increase insulin secretion, inhibit -cell apoptosis and stimulate proliferation, protect -cells and ultimately regulate blood glucose
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ClinicalTrials.gov Rosenstock J, Frias JP, Jastreboff AM, et al
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists aka the -tides, GLP analogs, incretin mimetics *The FDA has approved the use of -glutides to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events (myocardial infarction, stroke, cardiovascular death) in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease or multiple cardiovascular risk factors
The researchers found that mice lacking the PAM gene had faster gastric emptying
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