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DeCS
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Descriptor English:
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Intrinsic Factor
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Descriptor Spanish:
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factor intrínseco
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Fator Intrínseco
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Synonyms English:
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Factor, Intrinsic
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Tree Number:
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D12.776.395.560.494
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Definition English:
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A glycoprotein secreted by the cells of the GASTRIC GLANDS that is required for the absorption of VITAMIN B 12 (cyanocobalamin). Deficiency of intrinsic factor leads to VITAMIN B 12 DEFICIENCY and ANEMIA, PERNICIOUS. |
Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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7599
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Unique Identifier:
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D007437
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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