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Gastrin-Releasing Peptide

Medical Definition: Neuropeptide and gut hormone that helps regulate GASTRIC ACID secretion and motor function. Once released from nerves in the antrum of the stomach, the neuropeptide stimulates release of gastrin from the G CELLS.
Also Called: Gastrin-Releasing Peptide, Sheep,Gastrin-Releasing Peptide, Pig
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 80043-53-4
Previously Indexed: Peptides (1978-1997)

Gastrin-Releasing Peptide Medical Definitions and Terms

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