Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide
Also known as: Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide; VIP
Description
Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide is a type of Neuropeptide that contains 28 Amino Acids in its chemical structure - it is structurally related to Secretin and Glucagon.
Biological Function of VIP
Sexual System (male)
VIP is involved in male Sexual Performance - large quantities of VIP are released during male Sexual stimulation - it stimulates the dilation of Blood Vessels in the Penis that leads to Erections: [1]
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