Question

Liver is the largest gland and is associated with various functions. Choose one which is not correct?

• A. Metabolism of carbohydrate
• B. Digestion of fat
• C. Formation of bile
• D. Secretion of hormone called gastrin

Answer 1

The correct option is D Secretion of hormone called gastrin

Gastrin hormone is secreted by the G-cells in the mucosal lining of the stomach. Gastrin is responsible for stimulating the secretion of HCl in the stomach.

A. The liver performs the metabolism of carbohydrates by making glycogen from excess glucose and releasing glycogen at the time of glucose deficiency in the body.

B. The liver plays a role in the digestion of fats by releasing bile in the duodenum.

C. Liver forms bile which contains bilirubin, cholesterol, bicarbonate ions, and bile salts that aid in the digestion of fats.

D. Gastrin is secreted by the G-cells in the stomach.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Secretion of hormone called gastrin'