<chemical> Chemical name: Parotin ... (12 Dec 1998) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: par′ō-tin Definitions: 1. A globulin obtained from parotid glands that causes hypocalcemia, has effects on mesenchymal tissues, produces first leukopenia and then leukocytosis, and promotes calcification of dentin. Synonyms: salivary gland hormone