what is the function of castles intrinsic factor?
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Intrinsic factor (IF), also known as gastric intrinsic factor (GIF), is a glycoprotein produced by the parietal cells of the stomach. It is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12 later on in the ileum of the small intestine. In humans, the gastric intrinsic factor protein is encoded by the GIF gene.
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Intrinsic factors i.e. (IF), are the certain glycoproteins produced by our stomach cells.
These glycoprotein are encoded by specific gastric intrinsic factor genes.
Their main function states that they absorb the vitamin B12. These glycoprotein are produced by parietal of humans.
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