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Intrinsic Factor Composition Secreted Function Glycoprotein Parietal Cells

Intrinsic factor, a glycoprotein secreted by parietal cells, binds with Vitamin B12 to enhance its absorption in the ileum.

El factor intrínseco, una glicoproteína secretada por las células parietales, se une a la Vitamina B12 para facilitar su absorción en el íleon.

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Binds with Vitamin B12 and makes it more readily absorbed in the ileum

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