K Cell
A type of enteroendocrine cell found in the mucosa of the small intestine, primarily responsible for secreting glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP).
Key Functions:
- Secretes glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP).
- Stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells in response to glucose.
- Plays a role in the incretin effect, enhancing glucose-stimulated insulin release.
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