Description
This two-chain polypeptide hormone is produced by the β-cells of pancreatic islets. Its molecular weight is ~5800 Da. The α and β chains are joined by two interchain disulfide bonds. The α chain contains an intrachain disulfide bond. Insulin regulates the cellular uptake, utilization, and storage of glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids and inhibits the breakdown of glycogen, protein, and fat. This chemically defined solution is suitable for cell culture. The human insulin was expressed in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
