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Calcitonin Family Peptides
Learn about calcitonin, amylin, and CGRP in the calcitonin peptide family and their metabolic roles.
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Overview
Calcitonin Family Peptides share structural features and regulate calcium, metabolism, and vascular tone.
Key Members
- Calcitonin: Lowers blood calcium levels
- Amylin: Co-secreted with insulin, regulates glucose
- CGRP: Potent vasodilator and migraine mediator
- Adrenomedullin: Vascular tone regulation
Clinical Significance
CGRP antibodies are breakthrough migraine therapies; amylin analogs treat diabetes.
References
- Source: ENCP Peptide Database
- Category: Peptide Families
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