gastrin (n)

n05408908

type n
lex_filenum 08
def polypeptide hormone secreted by the mucous lining of the stomach
def when peptides and amino acids are present in the small intestine the secretion of gastric acid is stimulated
Outgoing links
Hypernym gastrointestinal hormone, GI hormones
Incoming links
Hyponym gastrointestinal hormone, GI hormones

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