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Definitions for "C-peptide"
Keywords:  peptide, pancreas, proinsulin, insulin, bloodstream
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is formed in the beta cells of the pancreas therefore a test of C-peptide levels indicates the amount of beta cell function occurring in the pancreas.
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A post-translational cleavage product in the reaction from proinsulin to insulin.
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A substance that the pancreas releases into the bloodstream in equal amounts to insulin. A test of C-peptide levels will show how much insulin the body is making.
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