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.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Enteroendocrine Cell (type of)
• Small Intestine (located in)
• Glucose-dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide (GIP) (secretes)
• Beta Cell (Pancreatic Islet) (stimulates)
• Endocrine System (component of)