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gastric inhibitory polypeptide
A neurotransmitter gastrointestinal hormone consisting of a 43-amino acid polypeptide (molecular weight 5105). It inhibits gastric secretion and motility and stimulates release of insulin.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Agriculture
- Category: General agriculture
- Company: USDA
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