Motilin
| Definition: |
A 22-amino acid polypeptide (molecular weight 2700) isolated from the duodenum. At low pH it inhibits gastric motor activity, whereas at high pH it has a stimulating effect. |
| Notes: |
a neurotransmitter gastrointestinal hormone; /biosyn /physiol permitted |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
52906-92-0 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Gastrointestinal Hormones (1972-1976),Peptides (1972-1976) |
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