Islets of Langerhans

Descriptions of Islets of Langerhans

Islets of Langerhans: cell clusters in the pancreas that form the endocrine part of that organ; secrete insulin and other hormones
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Summary Information: Islets of Langerhans

Islets of Langerhans: The islets of Langerhans are a specialized group of cells located in the pancreas, an endocrine organ located in the upper left area of the abdominal cavity. As a group, the islets of Langerhans produce pancreatic hormones including glucagon, insulin, and somatostatin.

The islets of Langerhans include the alpha cells, beta cells, and delta cells. Conditions that can afflict the islets of Langerhans include pancreatic cancer, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and pancreatitis.

Closely Related Organs: Islets of Langerhans

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Islets of Langerhans:

• Pancreas
• Glucagon
• Insulin
• Somatostatin
• Pancreatic hormones
• Glucose
• Metabolism
• Endocrine system
• Digestive system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Islets of Langerhans

The following conditions are related to the organ: Islets of Langerhans:

• Pancreatic cancer
• Type 1 diabetes
• Type 2 diabetes
• Pancreatitis

Other Names: Islets of Langerhans

The following are other names for the organ: Islets of Langerhans:

• Islands of Langerhans
• Langerhans islets

Sub Parts: Islets of Langerhans

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Islets of Langerhans:

• Alpha cells
• Beta cells
• Delta cells

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Islets of Langerhans

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Islets of Langerhans:

• Hyperglycemia
• Excessive thirst
• Excessive urination
• Dehydration
• Fruity breath
• Weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Fever
• Pancreas inflammation

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Islets of Langerhans: Related Topics

• Langerhans

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