Degradation of glucagon-like peptide-1 by human plasma in vitro yields an n-terminally truncated peptide that is a major endogenous metabolite in vivo
Last reviewed: May 14, 2026 Last updated: May 14, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings , CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
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