A newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic patient is started on a new drug that comes from incretin hormones. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) is used because of which effect?
a. It has the least allergic effect.
b. It is easy to administer.
c. It inhibits glucagon secretion.
d. It slows islet growth.
ANS: C
The incretin that has received the most attention is GLP1. It regulates homeostasis and inhibits endogenous glucagon secretion.
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