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Glucagon-Like Peptide 2

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Definition: A 33-amino acid peptide derived from the C-terminal of PROGLUCAGON and mainly produced by the INTESTINAL L CELLS. It stimulates intestinal mucosal growth and decreased apoptosis of ENTEROCYTES. GLP-2 enhances gastrointestinal function and plays an important role in nutrient homeostasis.      Other names Glucagon Like Peptide 2; Proglucagon (126-158); Glucagon-Like Peptide-2 (1-33)
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
glucagon-like peptide-2 (3-33)  0   *Peptide Fragments *Glucagon-Like Peptide 2. Regul Pept 2002 Jan 15;103(1):9-15
ALX-0600  0   *Glucagon-Like Peptide 2 Gastrointestinal Agents. Curr Opin Investig Drugs 2001 Apr;2(4):505-9

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