intrinsic factor

noun Biochemistry.

a glycoprotein, secreted by the gastric mucosa, that is involved in the intestinal absorption of vitamin B12.

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Origin of intrinsic factor

First recorded in 1925–30

Words nearby intrinsic factor

intricate, intrigant, intrigue, intriguing, intrinsic, intrinsic factor, intrinsic parity, intrinsic reflex, intrinsic semiconductor, intrinsic sphincter, intro
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British Dictionary definitions for intrinsic factor

intrinsic factor

noun

biochem a glycoprotein, secreted by the stomach, the presence of which is necessary for the absorption of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B 12) in the intestine
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Medical definitions for intrinsic factor

intrinsic factor

n.

A relatively small mucoprotein secreted by the parietal cells of gastric glands and required for adequate absorption of vitamin B12 for production of red blood cells.Castle's intrinsic factor
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