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Histamine stimulate the secretion of_______________?
Correct answer: C. HCL by stomach
- A. Gastrin by stomach
- B. Pancreatic enzymes
- C. HCL by stomach
- D. Amylase by salivary gland
Explanation
Histamine acts on H2 receptors of gastric parietal cells and increases hydrochloric acid secretion through cyclic AMP. It does not directly stimulate pancreatic enzymes or salivary amylase secretion.
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