Transcriptomics

Dataset Information

0

Characterization of Ppy-lineage cells clarifies the functional heterogeneity of pancreatic beta cells in mice


ABSTRACT: Pancreatic polypeptide (PP) cells, which secrete PP encoded by the Ppy gene, is a minor population of endocrine cells in the pancreas. At present, little is known about the characteristics of Ppy-expressing cells. Using a Ppy-Cre driver, here we show that cells of the Ppy lineage contribute to four major types of endocrine cells, including beta cells. Unbiased single-cell analysis with a Ppy-lineage tracer demonstrated that beta cells are composed of seven clusters, which are categorized into two groups; i.e., Ppy-lineage and non-Ppy-lineage beta cells. These subpopulations of beta cells demonstrated distinct characteristics in terms of functionality and gene expression profiles. Ppy-lineage beta cells are less active in glucose-stimulated calcium signaling, are localized at the periphery of islets, and survive for long periods in experimental diabetes models, and sharing various molecular characteristics with PP cells. Our results indicate the unexpected degree of beta-cell heterogeneity defined by Ppy-gene activation, providing valuable insights into the homeostatic regulation of pancreatic islets, and future therapeutic strategies against diabetes.

ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus

PROVIDER: GSE166164 | GEO | 2021/07/26

REPOSITORIES: GEO

Similar Datasets

2024-01-17 | PXD045366 | Pride
2021-06-04 | GSE156665 | GEO
2014-09-16 | E-GEOD-54973 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2023-09-18 | GSE208002 | GEO
2016-02-24 | PXD000859 | Pride
2013-11-20 | E-GEOD-52522 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2022-02-04 | GSE185036 | GEO
2020-12-03 | GSE162512 | GEO
2016-06-26 | E-GEOD-80673 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2022-02-04 | GSE185037 | GEO