kolekystokiniinista
Kolekystokiniini, often abbreviated as CCK, is a peptide hormone produced primarily by cells in the duodenum and jejunum, the upper parts of the small intestine. It is also found in smaller amounts in the brain and other tissues. CCK plays a crucial role in digestion and satiety.
The primary function of CCK in the digestive system is to stimulate the gallbladder to contract, releasing
Beyond its digestive roles, CCK acts as a satiety signal. When food, particularly fats and proteins, enters