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Cyclic GMP

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Cyclic GMP Definition

A cellular regulatory agent that acts as a second messenger. Its levels increase in response to a variety of signals (acetylcholine, insulin, oxytocin) and activates specific protein kinases.

Cyclic GMP Synonyms

Cyclic GMP, Guanosine Cyclic 3',5'-(Hydrogen Phosphate), cGMP, cyclic 3',5'-guanosine monophosphate

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