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RNA tissue category: Group enriched (duodenum, small intestine)
GTEx dataset
Organ
Expression
Alphabetical
RNA tissue category: Tissue enhanced (testis)
FANTOM5 dataset
Organ
Expression
Alphabetical
RNA tissue category: Tissue enhanced (colon, small intestine)
GENE INFORMATION
Gene name
SCT
Synonyms
Description
Secretin (HGNC Symbol)
Entrez gene summary
Secretin belongs to the glucagon family. This protein is an endocrine hormone and its major site of production is the endocrine S cells located in the proximal small intestinal mucosa. The release of active secretin is stimulated by either fatty acids or an acidic pH in the duodenum. This hormone stimulates the secretion of bicarbonate-rich pancreatic fluids and has also been shown to regulate the growth and development of the stomach, small intestine, and pancreas. Secretin deficiency has been implicated in autistic syndrome, suggesting that the hormone could have a neuroendocrine function in addition to its role in digestion. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]