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In islets of Langerhans
The alpha cells of the islets of Langerhans produce an opposing hormone, glucagon, which releases glucose from the liver and fatty acids from fat tissue. In turn, glucose and free fatty acids favor insulin release and inhibit glucagon release. The delta cells produce somatostatin, a strong…
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