Which Statement About Somatostatin Is Incorrect

question 291

Multiple Choice

Which statement about somatostatin is incorrect?

• A)It is produced by the hypothalamus.
• B)It is produced by the pancreatic D cells.
• C)It inhibits growth hormone secretion.
• D)It inhibits digestion of nutrients and decreases nutrient absorption.
• E)It is released in response to a fall in blood glucose and blood amino acids.

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