Neuropeptide Y
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neuropeptide-y-316-12069554
title:
Neuropeptide Y
text:
Neuropeptide Y (NPY) is a 36 amino-acid neuropeptide that is involved in various physiological and homeostatic processes in both the central and peripheral nervous systems. It is secreted alongside other neurotransmitters such as GABA and glutamate. In the autonomic system it is produced mainly by neurons of the sympathetic nervous system and serves as a strong vasoconstrictor and also causes growth of fat tissue. In the brain, it is produced in various locations including the hypothalamus, and
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description:
Mammalian protein found in Homo sapiens
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neuropeptide_Y
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date modified:
2024-03-13T18:58:57Z
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