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GO: Molecular Function

pituitary adenylate cyclase activating polypeptide activity

Term ID
GO:0016521
Synonyms
  • pituitary adenylyl cyclase activating polypeptide activity
Definition
The action characteristic of pituitary adenylate cyclase activating polypeptide, a peptide produced in the hypothalamus that binds to receptors to exert pleiotropic effects including control of neurotransmitter release, vasodilation, bronchodilation, activation of intestinal motility, increase in insulin and histamine secretion, immune modulation, and stimulation of cell proliferation and differentiation. 19805477
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