Glucagon

Basic Description

Structure and function:
Glucagon is a 29-amino acid polypeptide hormone that is primarily secreted by the α cells of the pancreas.
Its main function is to promote the decomposition of liver glycogen into glucose and inhibit liver glycogen synthesis, thereby increasing blood sugar levels.
· Glucagon is also involved in regulating fat metabolism and protein metabolism.
In vitro and in vivo studies:
In vitro, glucagon significantly increased glycogenolysis in hepatocytes.
In vivo, glucagon was able to rapidly raise blood glucose levels in patients with hypoglycemia.
In clinical applications, glucagon is used to treat severe hypoglycemia.

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purity

>98%

form

Lyophilized powder

Storage conditions

Store at -20°C/-80°C away from light