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Horm Metab Res 1991; 23(6): 271-273
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1003671
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Insulin Binding to Skeletal Muscle Microsomes in Lactating and Dry Sheep

J. A. Metcalf1 , R. G. Vermon2 , D. J. Flint2 , T. E. C. Weekes1
  • 1Department of Agricultural Biochemistry and Nutrition, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
  • 2Hannah Research Institute, Ayr, United Kingdom
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1990

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14 March 2008 (online)

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Summary

Microsomes were prepared from skeletal muscles taken from lactating and non lactating ewes. Insulin binding to these microsomes was not affected by reproductive status. There were significant differences in the ability of individual muscles to bind insulin. These differences correlated with the function of the muscle, as defined by the predominant muscle fibre type.

Key words

Insulin - Lactation - Sheep - Muscle