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Polypeptides with physiological relevance
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Total cards: 5•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
Polypeptides with physiological relevance
Back (Answer)
• Gastrin • CCK(Cholecystokinin) • Glucagon • Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP)
#2
Front (Question)
Gastrin
Back (Answer)
• Stomach hormone • Stimulates secretion of gastric glands
#3
Front (Question)
CCK (cholecystokinin)
Back (Answer)
• Peptide hormone • Stimulates pancreas and liver secretion (i.e. bile from gall bladder)
#4
Front (Question)
Glucagon
Back (Answer)
• Peptide hormone • Produced by alpha-cells of the pancreas
#5
Front (Question)
Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP)
Back (Answer)
• Produced in the heart (atria) • Essential for regulation of blood volume and pressure