December 2020 PMID 33164119

An Evolutionary Remedy for an Abominable Physiological Mystery: Benign Hyperglycemia in Birds.

Carlos Martinez Del Rio, Yocelyn T Gutiérrez-Guerrero

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Discussions indicate a positive reception, with many emphasizing the evolutionary adaptation aspect, such as the absence of damaging effects despite high blood sugar levels in birds. Comments like 'fascinating genetic changes' and phrases like 'potential game changer' reflect curiosity and recognition of the research's significance, driven by technical language and emphasizing broader biological insights.

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Posts demonstrate high interest by highlighting the novelty and evolutionary implications of the findings.

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The subject's novelty and potential influence on understanding bird physiology suggest moderate impact, though some see it as niche.

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Birds naturally have high blood sugar levels, unlike other animals, but they don't suffer from the damage that would usually cause, like in humans.
Research shows that bird proteins, especially serum albumin, are resistant to glycation because they have fewer lysine residues, which are the main sites affected by glycation.
The evolution of high blood sugar in birds is linked to significant genetic changes, including the loss of the gene for the insulin-dependent glucose transporter GLUT4, leading to a different insulin signaling pathway in birds.

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