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Metastin

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Metastin Definition

Metastin, encoded by the KISS1 Gene, is a placental truncated C-terminally amidated peptide form of KiSS1 Metastasis Suppressor Protein. Metastin is an endogenous ligand of orphan GPR54 (GPCR) and appears to inhibit chemotaxis and metastasis. (NCI)

Metastin Synonyms

Metastin, KISS1

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