About The Medical Condition Cholecystokinin

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Cholecystokinin

Cholecystokinin Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Cholecystokinin Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Cholecystokinin?

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.

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