The Hormone Gastrin Is Released in Response To

question 29

Multiple Choice

The hormone gastrin is released in response to:

• A)the presence of food in the stomach.
• B)contraction of the gastroesophageal sphincter.
• C)relaxation of the anal sphincter.
• D)the presence of the bacteria Helicobacter pylori in the stomach.

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