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Somatostatin Central
Hypothalamic and GI peptide inhibiting growth hormone and multiple secretory functions.
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somatostatin inhibitory hypothalamus
Somatostatin Central
Overview
Hypothalamic and GI peptide inhibiting growth hormone and multiple secretory functions.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Somatostatin Central |
Mechanism of Action
Cyclic peptide with inhibitory effects on GH, TSH, insulin, glucagon, and GI secretions.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Somatostatin Central |
| Category | Neuropeptides |
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