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1. galanin
A neuropeptide of 29-30 amino acids depending on the species. Galanin is widely distributed throughout the BRAIN; SPINAL CORD; and INTESTINES. There are various subtypes of GALANIN RECEPTORS implicating roles of galanin in regulating FOOD INTAKE; pain perception; memory; and other neuroendocrine functions.

'galanin' - Nearby Entries
galactosylceramides galactosylgalactosylglucosylceramidase galactosyltransferases galanin galanin-like peptide galantamine galanthus

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