Glucagon

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Healthcare› Medicine

Diabetes

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels. An injectable preparation is available by prescription for use in treating a severe insulin reaction.

A hormone that raises the blood glucose level. When someone with diabetes has a very low blood glucose level, a glucagon injection can help raise the blood glucose quickly.

Healthcare› Medicine

Cancer

A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

Science› Biotechnology and Genetics

Stem Cell

A hormone consisting of a straight chain of proteins composed of 29 amino acid residues that can be extracted from certain pancreatic cells.

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