Identification of the D1-cell as the source of human pancreatic polypeptide (HPP)

Gut. 1976 Oct;17(10):755-8. doi: 10.1136/gut.17.10.755.

Abstract

Immunoperoxidase positive HPP-producing cells have been examined ultrastructurally using the serial semithin-thin section technique. The features of the HPP cells were found to be identical with those of the previously described D1-cell. The D1-cells are scattered throughout the exocrine parenchyma and occur to a minor extent in the islets.

MeSH terms

  • Cell Membrane / ultrastructure
  • Cytoplasmic Granules / ultrastructure
  • Humans
  • Immunoenzyme Techniques
  • Islets of Langerhans / ultrastructure*
  • Microscopy, Electron
  • Pancreas / metabolism*
  • Pancreas / ultrastructure
  • Peptides / metabolism*

Substances

  • Peptides