Gastrin

gastrin

gastrin A hormone, produced by G cells in the mucosa of the stomach and first part of the duodenum, that controls the release of gastric juice. The secretion of gastrin is stimulated by the presence of food in the stomach. It is one of the hormones that integrates and controls digestive processes (see also secretin).

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gastrin

gastrin A peptide hormone, produced by the gastric mucosa, that stimulates secretion of gastric juices. Secretion of the hormone is initiated as a result of the taste, smell, and thought of food, as well as by mechanical stimulation following the entry of food into the stomach.

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gastrin

gastrin (gas-trin) n. a hormone produced in the mucous membrane of the pyloric region of the stomach. Its secretion is stimulated by the presence of food. It is circulated in the blood to the rest of the stomach, where it stimulates the production of gastric juice.

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gastrin Polypeptide hormone secreted by the stomach in response to food (especially meat) which stimulates gastric and pancreatic secretion.

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DAVID A. BENDER. "gastrin." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. 27 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

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