Which of the following stimulates the secretion of gastric juice?

Gastrin

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Enterogastrone

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Secretin

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Hepatocrinin

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Solution

The correct option is C Gastrin
Gastrin is a peptide hormone, that stimulates secretion of gastric acid ( $H C l$ ) by the parietal cells of the stomach and aids in gastric motility. It is released by G cells in the pyloric antrum of the stomach, duodenum and the pancreas.
So, the correct answer is 'Gastrin'

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