What does gastrin do?
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What does gastrin do?
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Gastrin is one of the gastrointestinal hormones that play an important role in the process of digestion of food in the alimentary canal. It is responsible for various activities like maintaining an acidic environment, activating enzymes, etc. We will discuss this in detail in the answer section.
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View this answerGastrin is a hormone released by the G cells present in the stomach, duodenum, and pancreas. It is primarily responsible for the secretion of gastric...
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Chapter 9 / Lesson 3Learn the definition of gastrointestinal system and gastrointestinal hormones. Discover how gastrin and other digestive hormones are secreted and function.