Definition of Pancreozymin
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Medical Definition of Pancreozymin
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A 33-amino acid peptide secreted by the upper intestinal mucosa and also found in the central nervous system. It causes gallbladder contraction, release of pancreatic exocrine (or digestive) enzymes, and affects other gastrointestinal functions. Cholecystokinin may be the mediator of satiety.
Chemical name: Cholecystokinin
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Pancreozymin
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