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Intrinsic Factor

What is Intrinsic Factor?

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 terminal ileum. In humans, the gastric intrinsic factor protein is encoded by the GIF gene. [1]


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Products containing Intrinsic Factor


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Source(s) Derived From

 Animal Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Intrinsic factor - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Intrinsic Factor Complex

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  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources)
  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

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Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchMay 18, 2010 @ 11:55 PM

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