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is·let cell [ i-let sel ]
Definitions related to islet cell:
  • A pancreatic cell that produces and secretes hormones such as insulin and glucagon.
    NCI Thesaurus
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • A pancreatic cell that produces hormones (e.g., insulin and glucagon) that are secreted into the bloodstream. These hormones help control the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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