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intrinsic factor

a glycoprotein secreted in the stomach. The secretion of intrinsic factor is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12 ; a failure of secretion of intrinsic factor leads to a deficiency of the vitamin and the condition of pernicious anaemia .

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