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Intrinsic Factor  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A glycoprotein secreted by the cells of the GASTRIC GLANDS that is required for the absorption of VITAMIN B 12 (cyanocobalamin). Deficiency of intrinsic factor leads to VITAMIN B 12 DEFICIENCY and ANEMIA, PERNICIOUS.

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Entry terms

  • 9008-12-2

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-LPFFVKV5-5

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