pancreatic islet dysfunction
Pancreatic islet dysfunction refers to a disruption in the normal functioning of the pancreatic islets, which are clusters of cells in the pancreas responsible for producing and releasing hormones such as insulin and glucagon. This dysfunction can lead to impaired regulation of blood sugar levels, resulting in conditions like diabetes.
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