Anaphylaxis is a potentially fatal generalized hypersensitivity reaction leading to multiorgan dysfunction. It involves multiple mediators using several different pathways for the development of a systemic response. The elderly differ from other age ...
The proglucagon-derived peptide hormone, glucagon, comprises 29 amino acids. Its secretion from the pancreatic α cells is regulated by several factors. Glucagon increases blood glucose levels through gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis. Elevated plasma ...