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What Are Islet Cells?

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Islet Cells

Say: EYE-let sels

The pancreas contains clusters of cells that make hormones. These clusters are known as islets. There are several different types of cells in an islet. For example, alpha cells make the hormone glucagon. Beta cells make the hormone insulin.

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