Pancreatic Polypeptide
biochemistry
pancreatic polypeptide, peptide secreted by the F (or PP) cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. Pancreatic polypeptide contains 36 amino acids. Its secretion is stimulated by eating, exercising, and fasting. It can inhibit gallbladder contraction and pancreatic exocrine secretion, but its role in the metabolism of nutrients is uncertain.
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