Definitions for cholecystokinin
ˌkoʊ ləˌsɪs təˈkaɪ nɪn, ˌkɒl ə-chole·cys·tokinin

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1. cholecystokininnoun

   a gastrointestinal hormone that stimulates the secretion of pancreatic enzymes and the contraction and emptying of the gall bladder; its release is stimulated by the presence of fatty acids and amino acids in the small intestine

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1. cholecystokininnoun

   Any of several peptide hormones that stimulate the digestion of fat and protein; abbreviated to CCK.

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1. Cholecystokinin

   Cholecystokinin (CCK or CCK-PZ; from Greek chole, "bile"; cysto, "sac"; kinin, "move"; hence, move the bile-sac (gallbladder)) is a peptide hormone of the gastrointestinal system responsible for stimulating the digestion of fat and protein. Cholecystokinin, formerly called pancreozymin, is synthesized and secreted by enteroendocrine cells in the duodenum, the first segment of the small intestine. Its presence causes the release of digestive enzymes and bile from the pancreas and gallbladder, respectively, and also acts as a hunger suppressant.

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1. cholecystokinin

   Cholecystokinin is a hormone produced by the cells in the upper part of the small intestine, known as the duodenum. It stimulates the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the gallbladder, thereby aiding in the digestion of fats and proteins. It also plays a role in the sensation of fullness or satiety after eating.

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1. Cholecystokinin

   Cholecystokinin is a peptide hormone of the gastrointestinal system responsible for stimulating the digestion of fat and protein. Cholecystokinin, previously called pancreozymin, is synthesized by I-cells in the mucosal epithelium of the small intestine and secreted in the duodenum, the first segment of the small intestine, and causes the release of digestive enzymes and bile from the pancreas and gallbladder, respectively. It also acts as a hunger suppressant. Recent evidence has suggested that it also plays a major role in inducing drug tolerance to opioids like morphine and heroin, and is partly implicated in experiences of pain hypersensitivity during opioid withdrawal.

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1. Cholecystokinin

   A peptide, of about 33 amino acids, secreted by the upper INTESTINAL MUCOSA and also found in the central nervous system. It causes gallbladder contraction, release of pancreatic exocrine (or digestive) enzymes, and affects other gastrointestinal functions. Cholecystokinin may be the mediator of satiety.

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1. cholecystokinin

   A type of natural hormone created in moderation within the body of a human being.

   Etymology: Cholecystokinin stimulates movement within the gallbladder.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on September 6, 2020  

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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