motilin

(noun)

A polypeptide that has a role in fat metabolism.

Related Terms

  • enteroendocrine
  • secretin
  • gastrin
  • enteroendocrine cells

Examples of motilin in the following topics:

  • Hormones of the Digestive System

    • Motilin is in the duodenum and increases the migrating myoelectric complex component of gastrointestinal motility and stimulates the production of pepsin.
  • Other Hormone-Producing Structures

    • Motilin - is in the duodenum and increases the migrating myoelectric complex component of gastrointestinal motility and stimulates the production of pepsin.
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