Cholecystokinin Regulates the Secretion of

question 60

Multiple Choice

Cholecystokinin regulates the secretion of

• A)ptyalin.
• B)bile.
• C)mucus.
• D)saliva.

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Definitions:

Mortality Rate

A measure of the number of deaths in a particular population, scaled to the size of that population, per unit of time.

Obese Women

Females who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, indicating a level of body fat that may increase the risk of developing various health conditions.

Cerebrovascular Accident

Also known as a stroke, a medical condition characterized by sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen, caused by blockage or rupture of an artery to the brain.

Valsalva Manoeuvre

Forceful exhalation against a closed glottis, which increases intrathoracic pressure and, thus, interferes with venous blood return to the heart.