pancreatic alpha cells
Pancreatic alpha cells are a type of specialized cells located in the pancreas that produce and release a hormone called glucagon. Glucagon functions to increase blood sugar levels by stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose, which can be used as a source of energy by the body.
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