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Researchers find vital clue in the progression of Type 1 diabetes

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A microscopic view of islets of insulin-producing beta cells from a human pancreas, shown using immunofluorescent staining. The islets are green. (Courtesy of Clive Wasserfall and Denise Drotar.)
This is a microscopic view of islets of insulin-producing beta cells from a human pancreas, shown using immunofluorescent staining. The islets are green. (Courtesy of Clive Wasserfall and Denise Drotar.)



Scientists have identified a crucial clue in how Type 1 diabetes begins, before symptoms show, by observing how and which insulin-producing cells are attacked first in the pancreas. This insight moves us closer to earlier detection and smarter intervention strategies.

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