Endocrine Functions of Pancreas
Pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine organ. Pancreatic acini secrete digestive juices while Islets of Langerhans are involved in endocrine functions. Islets of Langerhans are 1 to 2 million...
View ArticleDiabetes Mellitus
It is the commonest endocrine disorder characterised by:- –Chronic hyperglycaemia –Glycosuria –Abnormalities of protein and fat metabolism –Electrolyte disturbances –Complications like degenerative...
View ArticleDiagnostic Tests of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus is categorized by disorders of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. Diagnostic tests are numerous, most of them are given below Photo by bodytel Urine “Glucose” – lacks...
View ArticleInsulin
Insulin is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of pancreas, and is important in the regulation of carbohydrate and fat metabolism in the body. Structure of insulin. Photo by Marie Boran Discovery: The...
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