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The 9 pages that link to Intrinsic factor, each with the reason it gives.

• Vitamin B12Related: B12 must bind this protein to be absorbed efficiently in the ileum.

• Vitamin B12 deficiencyRelated: Loss of intrinsic factor can prevent B12 absorption and cause deficiency.

• Megaloblastic anemiaRelated: Loss of intrinsic factor can cause the B12 deficiency underlying megaloblastic anemia.

• Parietal cellRelated: Parietal cells release it alongside acid, enabling dietary vitamin B12 uptake.

• CyanocobalaminRelated: It binds dietary B₁₂ and supports the absorption route used by oral cyanocobalamin.

• IleumRelated: The ileum recognizes and absorbs the intrinsic factor–B12 complex.

• B vitaminsRelated: Its role explains why some stomach disorders cause B12 deficiency despite adequate intake.

• George MinotRelated: Its deficiency explains why ordinary dietary B12 cannot prevent pernicious anemia.

• William P. MurphyRelated: Its absence explains why ordinary dietary B12 cannot correct most cases of pernicious anemia.