Scientists investigate hidden link between immune signal and amino acid control
NCT ID NCT06721910
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 30, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looked at how interleukin-6 (IL-6), an immune system protein, changes the way glucagon lowers amino acid levels in the blood. Twenty-six healthy adults received either a dummy infusion or a drug that blocks IL-6, then had their hormone and amino acid levels measured. The goal was to understand basic body processes, not to test a treatment.
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University Hospital Basel
Basel, 4031, Switzerland
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