Glucagon-like peptide 2

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AGR-002899",
  "term": "Glucagon-like peptide 2",
  "field": "Agriculture and food",
  "definition": "A 33-amino acid peptide derived from the C-terminal of proglucagon and mainly produced by the intestinal L cells. It stimulates intestinal mucosal growth and decreased apoptosis of enterocytes. GLP-2 enhances gastrointestinal function and plays an important role in nutrient homeostasis.",
  "synonyms": [
    "glucagon-like peptide II"
  ],
  "subject": "Animals, Livestock, One Health",
  "see_also": [
    "glucagon-like peptides",
    "nutrients",
    "glucagon-like peptide 1",
    "intestinal mucosa",
    "enterocytes",
    "homeostasis"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Medical Subject Headings 2016",
    "NAL Agricultural Thesaurus and Glossary"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "es": "péptido 2 similar al glucagón"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/agriculture/glucagon-like-peptide-2/"
}