Angiopoietin-like protein 8 ; Lipasin ; Angptl8 ; UNQ599/PRO1185
Categories
Elisa
Function
Hormone that specifically promotes pancreatic beta cell proliferation and beta cell mass expansion, thereby improving glucose tolerance. Promotes pancreatic beta cell proliferation without insulin resistance. Also acts as a blood lipid regulator by regulating serum triglyceride levels; possibly by promoting ANGPTL3 cleavage.