Novel mouse model expands potential human α-cell research

Islets. 2021 Jul 4;13(3-4):80-83. doi: 10.1080/19382014.2021.1914507. Epub 2021 Apr 14.

Abstract

A glucagon knock-out mouse with preserved GLP-1 and GLP-2 secretion allows for the improved study of transplanted human islets and glucagon responses- providing an unprecedented resource in human α-cell and diabetes research.

Keywords: Animal model; Gene editing; Glucagon; Islets; Transplantation; α-cells.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Diabetes Mellitus*
  • Glucagon
  • Glucagon-Like Peptide 1
  • Glucagon-Secreting Cells*
  • Humans
  • Islets of Langerhans*
  • Mice

Substances

  • Glucagon-Like Peptide 1
  • Glucagon