Iron Metabolism in Pancreatic Beta-Cell Function and Dysfunction

Iron Metabolism in Pancreatic Beta-Cell Function and Dysfunction

Iron is an essential element involved in a variety of physiological functions. In the pancreatic beta-cells, being part of Fe-S cluster proteins, it is necessary for the correct insulin synthesis and processing. In the mitochondria, as a component of the respiratory chain, it allows the production o...

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Main Authors: Algerta Marku, Alessandra Galli, Paola Marciani, Nevia Dule, Carla Perego, Michela Castagna
Format: article
Language:EN
Published: MDPI AG 2021
Subjects:
Iron metabolism
beta-cell function
reactive oxygen species
diabetes
Biology (General)
QH301-705.5
Online Access:https://doaj.org/article/69742b0b12b4400e9fdb5b9878551216
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