Category: Beta Cell Physiology and Dysfunction

Pathogenic Action of Autoantibodies on Islet Function and Viability in Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is known to develop over time when autoimmune processes attack and destroy beta cells thereby reducing the capacity to secrete adequate amounts of insulin. The relatively gradual progression of the disease offers an opportunity for therapeutic intervention to slow or prevent destruction of beta cells before the disease has reached symptomatic […]