Function
Gastrin stimulates the stomach mucosa to produce and secrete hydrochloric acid and the pancreas to secrete its digestive enzymes. It also stimulates smooth muscle contraction and increases blood circulation and water secretion in the stomach and intestine.
Similarity
Belongs to the gastrin/cholecystokinin family.
Sequence
MRRLCVYVLIFALALAAFSEASWKPCSQLQDAPSGPGANKGLYPHWPDQLDRLGPASHHRRQLGLQGSPHLVADLSKKQGPWLEKEEAAYGWMDFGRRSAEEGDQSP