Secretagogue
Secretagogue
Secretagogue (pronounced: se-cre-ta-go-gue) is a term used in biology and medicine to describe a substance that causes another substance to be secreted. The term is derived from the Latin secretus meaning "to separate" and the Greek agogos meaning "leading".
Function
A secretagogue operates by stimulating cells to increase production and release of certain substances. These substances can include hormones, enzymes, or other important compounds necessary for the body's function. Secretagogues can be naturally occurring within the body or can be introduced externally, such as in the form of medication.
Types of Secretagogues
There are several types of secretagogues, each with their specific targets and functions. Some of these include:
- Insulin secretagogues: These stimulate the pancreas to produce and release insulin.
- Growth hormone secretagogues: These stimulate the pituitary gland to produce and release growth hormone.
- Gastrin secretagogues: These stimulate the stomach to produce and release gastrin, which aids in digestion.
Clinical Use
Secretagogues are often used in medical treatments. For example, insulin secretagogues are used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes, and growth hormone secretagogues are used in the treatment of growth hormone deficiencies.
See Also
References
External Links
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Secretagogue
- Wikipedia's article - Secretagogue
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