Insuliinintuotanto
Insuliinintuotanto refers to the process by which the pancreas produces and releases insulin. Insulin is a crucial hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. This production primarily occurs in specialized cells within the pancreas called beta cells, which are located in clusters known as the islets of Langerhans. When blood glucose levels rise, such as after a meal, the beta cells detect this increase and respond by synthesizing and secreting insulin into the bloodstream.
Insulin then travels through the body and acts on various cells, particularly liver, muscle, and fat cells.
The regulation of insulin production is a complex process involving intricate feedback mechanisms. Hormones, nutrients, and