MODIFIED PIG ISLETS FOR DIABETES TREATMENT

摘要

The present invention relates to a modified pig islet capable of producing higher levels of glucagon than a native pig islet or capable of producing a glucagon analog, and methods for obtaining thereof. The invention also relates to a method for treating Diabetes Mellitus, and/or for regulating blood glucose levels in a subject in need thereof, comprising the administration of the modified pig islets of the invention.