THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

RECTUM AND ANUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Gastrin is responsible for digestion of what macromolecule
A
starches
B
protein and peptide fragments
C
simple carbs and alcohol
D
fatty acids
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Digestive Enzymes of Small Intestine and Pancreas: The small intestine and the pancreas both produce a variety of digestive enzymes that are responsible for breaking down the many macromolecules found in the small intestine.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gastrin is a peptide hormone that stimulates secretion of gastric acid (HCl) by the parietal cells of the stomach and aids in gastric motility. It is released by G cells in the pyloric antrum of the stomach, duodenum, and the pancreas.

Detailed explanation-3: -Macromolecules are consumed in the diet and include proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Proteins are broken down to peptides and amino acids via enzymatic digestion via pepsin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin.

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