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A review of epidermal growth factor receptor ligands in glucose homeostasis

  • By

  • Ka-Ying Chan

  • Chu-Jun Deng

  • Xi Chen

  • Yin Cai

  • Shiqi Jia

  • Chi-Ming Wong

  • May 29, 2026

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    EGFR is a key regulator of cellular processes and has a significant role in glucose homeostasis beyond its established function in oncology.

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    The seven EGFR ligands, including EGF and TGFα, influence beta cell mass, insulin secretion, and insulin sensitivity.

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    EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors can cause hyperglycemia in patients, indicating a complex relationship between EGFR signaling and glucose metabolism.

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    Acute EGF administration enhances insulin secretion from beta cells, linking EGF levels to nutritional status and glucose-stimulated insulin secretion.

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    EGFR activation promotes beta cell proliferation and survival, but human data on EGF's role in diabetes progression remain inconclusive.

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A review of epidermal growth factor receptor ligands in glucose homeostasis

  • by Ka-Ying Chan, Chu-Jun Deng, Xi Chen, Yin Cai, Shiqi Jia, Chi-Ming Wong

  • May 29, 2026

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