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Intrinsic Factor

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

a substance produced by the mucosa of the stomach and intestines that is essential for the absorption of vitamin B12

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Classifications

Entity Type

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Sensitivity

unclassified

Information Class

unclassified

Variants

plural
Intrinsic Factors
possessive
Intrinsic Factor's
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Intrinsic Factors'