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pancreas

[pan-kree-uhs, pang-] / ˈpæn kri əs, ˈpæŋ- /


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They are also capable of repairing the heart, brain, spinal cord, kidneys, retinas, and pancreas.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

“In 15 years, this is probably the first real big change or anticipated change in pancreas cancer.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

GLP-1 receptors are expressed not just in the pancreas and stomach, but throughout the vagus nerve, the brain stem, and the hypothalamus.

From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026

When given glucose, their pancreas responded more effectively, suggesting improved insulin release and steadier blood sugar levels.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

Gey gave his lab staff careful instructions for growing GeGe, a line of cancer cells taken from his pancreas.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot




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