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Article, Chapter, or Book Title:  Expression of mRNA for proglucagon and glucagon-like peptide-2 (GLP-2) receptor in the ruminant gastrointestinal tract and the influence of energy intake
 
Author(s):  Taylor-Edwards CC, Burrin DG, Matthews JC, et al.
 
Year:  2010
 
Month:  Oct
 
Journal Abbrev, Book Title, or Conference:  Dom Anim Endocrinol
 
Journal Full Name:  Domestic Animal Endocrinology
 
Issue:  3
 
Volume:  39
 
Start Page:  181
 
End Page:  193
 
Key Words:  gut, growth, cattle, nutrition, glucagon-like peptide-2
 
Abstract:  This research is the first to show that a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-2 is present in the intestinal tract of cattle and its secretion is increased with increased food intake. This hormone is responsible for initiating growth of the intestinal tract, allowing for better absorption of nutrients in the diet. This hormone might be used for treating intestinal disease or preventing intestinal damage.
 
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