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| Intrinsic Factor |
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What is it? |
| protein normally secreted by the epithelium (lining) of the stomach that binds vitamin B12, the intrinsic factor/B12 complex is selectively absorbed by the distal ileum (large intestine), though only the vitamin is taken into the cell. |
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