A multi-function neuropeptide that acts throughout the body by elevating intracellular cyclic AMP level via its interaction with PACAP RECEPTORS and VASOACTIVE INTESTINAL PEPTIDE RECEPTOR. Although first isolated from hypothalamic extracts and named for its action on the pituitary, it is widely distributed in the central and peripheral nervous systems. PACAP is important in the control of endocrine and homeostatic processes, such as secretion of pituitary and gut hormones and food intake.
Pituitary Adenylate Cyclase Activating Polypeptide has been studied across 25 research domains including 🦠 Gut & Microbiome, 🔬 Oncology, 🧬 Hormones, 🧠 Learning, 🧠 Neuroprotection. The primary research focus is 🦠 Gut & Microbiome with 20% of studies addressing this area.
This evidence profile for Pituitary Adenylate Cyclase Activating Polypeptide is generated deterministically from 300 PubMed-indexed studies. All data is corpus-verified with Merkle proofs. BiohacksAI does not provide medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.
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