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Gastric secretion is stimulated by all the following except_____________?

Correct answer: A. Secretin

  • A. Secretin
  • B. Gastric distension
  • C. Gastrin
  • D. Vagal stimulus

Explanation

Gastric distension, gastrin, and vagal stimulation promote gastric secretion through neural and hormonal pathways. Secretin generally inhibits gastric acid secretion, so it is the exception.

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