Gastrin is

Hormone

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The correct option is A Hormone
A. Hormone.
Solution: Gastrin is a hormone that is produced by 'G' cells in the lining of the stomach and upper small intestine. During a meal, gastrin stimulates the stomach to release gastric acid.

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Gastrin is

The correct option is A HormoneA. Hormone. Solution: Gastrin is a hormone that is produced by 'G' cells in the lining of the stomach and upper small intestine. During a meal, gastrin stimulates the stomach to release gastric acid.

The correct option is A Hormone
A. Hormone.
Solution: Gastrin is a hormone that is produced by 'G' cells in the lining of the stomach and upper small intestine. During a meal, gastrin stimulates the stomach to release gastric acid.