Asked in UHS MDCAT 2010 2010Moderate

Which of the following hormones stimulate the secretion of pancreatic juice from pancreas in the liver?

Correct answer: A. Secretin

  • A. Secretin
  • B. Pepsinogen
  • C. Gastrin
  • D. Both Gastrin and Secretin

Explanation

[A] Secretin is a hormone released by duodenum which stimulates secretion by the liver and pancreas[B] Pepsinogen is released in stomach to break down protease[C] Gastrin is a peptide hormone that stimulates secretion of gastric acid[D] Only secretin stimulates secretion by the liver and pancreas

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