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Alpha cells (gulcagons) target
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the liver
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Alpha cells (glucagon) effect
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increase blood glucose levels
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Beta cells (insulin) target
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all body cells (liver, muscle, adipose)
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Beta cells (insulin) effect
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decrease blood glucose levels
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Delta cells (somatostatin) target
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alpha and beta cells
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Delta cells (somatostatin) effect
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inhibits secretion of glucagon and insulin
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