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Which cells in the 'Islets of Langerhans' secrete insulin?

A

α

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β

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δ

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PP

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Solution

The correct option is B β
Insulin is secreted by β cells of islets of Langerhans of pancreas.
α cells – Glucagon
β cells – Insulin
δ cells – Somatostatin
PP – Pancreatic Polypeptide

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